Former Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera has insisted that he did not intentionally spit on Manchester City's badge during the Reds' come-from-behind 3-2 win at the Etihad Stadium in April 2018.
Herrera was at the centre of controversy after the derby clash after being filmed appearing to spit on the giant City badge at the mouth of the tunnel, as both sets of players made their way back to their respective dressing rooms for the half-time interval. United were 2-0 down at the break, meaning City were on the cusp of securing their first Premier League title under Pep Guardiola.
Quick-fire goals from Vincent Kompany and Ilkay Gundogan in the space of just five minutes had put City in complete control. United, though, produced a stunning second-half comeback, thanks to goals from Paul Pogba (two) and Chris Smalling, meaning City's title celebrations were put on hold.
