Laws support Nani decision: Former United player slams Keane stance

The referee who controversially sent off Manchester United winger Nani during last night’s Champions League defeat to Real Madrid can point to the laws of the game as justification for his decision.

Laws support Nani decision: Former United player slams Keane stance
Wed, 06 Mar, 2013 - 14:46

The referee who controversially sent off Manchester United winger Nani during last night’s Champions League defeat to Real Madrid can point to the laws of the game as justification for his decision.

Turkish referee Cuneyt Cakir dismissed Nani after his boot connected with Alvaro Arbeloa’s chest as they went for a high ball.

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