Tempers flared as Manchester United defender Harry Maguire had to be pulled away from Cristian Romero following the Europa League final
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Spurs beat Man Utd in the finalBrennan Johnson scored the winnerMaguire & Romero clashed after final whistleFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
Spurs claimed a narrow 1-0 win at San Mames to bring home their first trophy in 17 years and book a place in next season’s Champions League – but the post-match scenes added a fiery footnote to the occasion. With emotions already high after a cagey and tense 90 minutes, Maguire and Romero's on-field confrontations spilled over once the whistle blew, prompting staff and players to step in and separate them before things escalated.
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Throughout the second half, Maguire and Romero were frequently seen grappling during corners and free-kicks. Their duel was physical, with off-the-ball jostling increasing in intensity as the game wore on. In the closing minutes, United threw bodies forward in a last-ditch bid to force extra time, even sending Maguire up front.
In one such aerial battle, the England international collided with Romero and was penalised for a foul. Romero stayed down, buying precious seconds for his side while Maguire received a yellow card – a moment that further fuelled the defender's irritation.
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Following the final whistle, Romero passed by Maguire and paused to greet United full-back Diogo Dalot with a hug. As Romero turned away, Maguire came towards the Spurs captain. Visibly animated, he gestured repeatedly, apparently referencing an incident from earlier in the match. Their confrontation quickly drew attention from the coaching staff and players. Sergio Reguilon stepped in, alongside backroom staff from both benches, to keep the two centre-backs apart.
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