Hull head coach Tim Walter revealed referee Robert Madley apologised to him for his inadvertent role in Sunderland’s winner which returned the Black Cats to the top of the Championship table.
Wilson Isidor’s third goal in four matches, in which the on-loan Zenit St Petersburg striker ran half the length of the field and lifted the ball over Ivor Pandur, sealed a 1-0 win for Sunderland at MKM Stadium.
The decisive moment was laced with controversy as Marvin Mehlem appeared to be obstructed by Madley following a short corner, with the midfielder dispossessed by Dan Neil, who freed Isidor to race clear.
Defender Alfie Jones and assistant coach Julian Hubner were booked for protesting against the decision – with the goal standing as Madley did not touch the ball – while Walter was cautioned at full-time.
Water, though, says Madley struck a more conciliatory tone in the aftermath, saying: “He apologised for the situation but it doesn’t help.
“Maybe you can interview the referee then it would be better but it’s really frustrating. He was not well prepared, I said. If you know how we play corner and set-pieces, he would know we play them short.
“(Madley) said he was well prepared but unfortunately not because I did it at my former clubs and we do it all the time. If you don’t find the right position then maybe he wasn’t well prepared, that’s what I said to him.
“One hundred per cent, we could have done better. But sometimes it’s not our mistakes and you have to accept it.”
Walter, who has previously called for the implementation of the video assistant referee in the Championship, had earlier been dismayed by a couple of first-half decisions going against his side.
He was especially puzzled at appeals for handball against last man Chris Mepham being ignored, with replays showing the ball hitting the Wales defender’s left arm a few metres outside the Sunderland box.
“For me it was a clear hand,” Walter added. “He played the ball with the hand back to the keeper and it’s a red card but (Madley) saw it in a different way.
“It’s like a never-ending story. Unfortunately it’s always us. But every gaffer has the same opinion about the situations that they’re always more negatively influenced.”
Asked about the events leading up to Isidor’s 63rd-minute winner, Sunderland boss Regis Le Bris claimed he “didn’t see anything specifically”.
He added: “I can’t judge anything about the referee’s decisions, positions or involvement in the game because it’s not my main concern.”
Sunderland were given a scare before the deadlock was broken when Chris Bedia rattled the bar but after going ahead, they did not look back to move one point ahead of Burnley, who won on Saturday to go top.
Speaking about Isidor’s goal, Le Bris said: “He has that quality to eat the space. He can run, he can run, he can run and he kept the consistency to deal with the goalkeeper – it was a brilliant goal.”
Let's start our Daily Laugh today. EPL Week 22 Ronaldo on this day Chelsea eyeing possible Garnacho move IT'S ALWAYS HIM! Which club should El Capitano - @sergioramos JOIN? It was special 2'—Benfica 1-0 Barcelona 13'—Benfica 1-1 Barcelona 22'—Benfica 2-1 Barcelona 30'—Benfica 3-1 Barcelona 64'—Benfica 3-2 Barcelona 68'—Benfica 4-2 Barcelona 78'—Benfica...
Manchester United have been linked with a surprise move for Jack Grealish.Jack Grealish has been linked with a surprise move to Manchester UnitedManchester United are reportedly weighing up a surprise move for Jack Grealish, who faces an uncertain future at Manchester City.The former Aston Villa forward has struggled for game time over the last few months and has only scored one goal for City in h...
KYLE WALKER is to join AC Milan after agreeing a 12-month loan deal, SunSport can reveal.The Manchester City skipper, 34, is expected in Italy in the coming days before being unveiled to the Rossoneri.Kyle Walker has agreed a move to AC MilanHe was poised to join their fierce city rivals, Inter, after telling City of his desire to quit the Etihad but talks broke down over his wages.AC Milan have n...
Lecce's president revealed he met with Manchester United representatives regarding Patrick Dorgu but warned to keep their hands off the player.Man Utd officials met with Lecce for Dorgu Serie A side reportedly want €40m Club president insists player is not for saleWHAT HAPPENED?United are actively exploring options to strengthen their left wing-back position, a role head coach Ruben Amorim s...
Barcelona eye Musiala as summer targetBarcelona have reportedly identified Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala as a priority for their upcoming transfer plans, according to Sport. Musiala’s current deal with Bayern Munich runs until 2026, but reports suggest that the Bundesliga champions are already in negotiations for a contract extension. Whether Barcelona can tempt him away from the Al...
Let's start our Daily Laugh today. Chelsea 's back !!Chelsea 3-1 Wolves Arsenal watching Premier League teams copy their corner kick style. Respect for Antony THAT FINAL WAS SPECIAL! STREETS WON'T FORGET! Lamine Yamal is so young that he will be just 23 years old at the 2030 FIFA World Cup!Most of us will retire from our professions before Lamine Yamal retires from football. The GOAT Vs Sir Bobb...
Manchester United are still waiting for the sale which could act as the trigger point for a frenzy of January transfer activity at Old Trafford. And they could soon get it, with Antony, Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho among those heavily linked elsewhere.Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has admitted his side will take action in the market if the right opportunity presents itself, while Tottenham m...
Ferran Torres has pledged his commitment to Barcelona.The attacker is being linked with AC Milan this week.But ahead of their Champions League clash with Benfica, Torres said: "I could say that I have learned a lot, with ups and downs. I have had some great moments and some not so great ones."It's been a very nice time and I have a lot of confidence in the club. The future? It will be here, playin...
Fabrizio Romano has provided CaughtOffside with an exclusive video update on the Alejandro Garnacho to Chelsea story that has emerged today.In a new post for the Daily Briefing, Romano confirmed the stories about Chelsea’s interest in the Manchester United winger, whilst also reporting on Napoli being keen.Although Garnacho has mostly been an important player for Man Utd in the last couple o...
Manchester City have completed the signing of Lens defender Abdukodir Khusanov.City have agreed a deal worth €40 million ($41.6m) plus add-ons for the 20-year-old, who has signed a four-and-a-half year deal at the Etihad Stadium.Khusanov, who has been handed the No. 45 shirt, is set to become the first Uzbeki to play in the Premier League."I'm absolutely delighted to be joining Manchester Ci...
- 1 Benjamin Sesko has already said yes to Arsenal
- 2 Joao Felix eyed by ‘very interested club’
- 3 Liverpool flop and ex-Page 3 girl were 'freaked out'
- 4 Shaun Murphy copies Lionel Messi as he sleeps with Masters trophy
- 5 Teen arrested after shock abuse against Kai Havertz's wife Sophia
- 6 Daily Laugh - Chelsea 's back !!
- 7 Man Utd 'consider Jack Grealish transfer'
- 8 Mourinho makes drastic career change and launches 'The Special One' wine
- 9 Ex-Bundesliga star's WAG has intimate tattoo of footballer husband
- 10 City, Frankfurt reach deal for Marmoush