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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Richard Jolly

Daniel Farke accuses Man City of exploiting football rule with ‘obvious’ Donnarumma tactic

Farke had words for Donnarumma at full-time - (Martin Rickett/PA Wire)

Leeds United manager Daniel Farke accused Gianluigi Donnarumma of gamesmanship to allow Pep Guardiola to deliver a team-talk on the pitch during the second half of Manchester City's 3-2 win at the Etihad.

Farke believes goalkeepers have taken to going down and faking injuries to bring a break in play and called on the authorities to change the rules. Unlike with outfield players, the game cannot continue while a goalkeeper receives treatment, which can present a loophole for coaches to give additional in-game instructions.

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