Matheus Cunha, the Wolves striker, has been charged by the Football Association (FA) for his behavior following Saturday’s dramatic loss to Ipswich Town.
The incident took place after the final whistle at Molineux, when things became heated on the pitch.
The Post-Match Chaos
Emotions were running high as the game ended 2-1 in favor of Ipswich.
Full-back Rayan Ait-Nouri was shown a red card and had to be restrained by security.
Meanwhile, Cunha was seen pushing his hand into the face of a security official.
This sparked an investigation, with the FA announcing on Tuesday that the Brazilian forward has been charged with misconduct.
A statement from the FA revealed that Cunha’s actions were deemed improper after the final whistle.
He has been given until Thursday, 19 December, to respond to the charge.
Possible Consequences for Cunha
This charge could lead to a significant suspension, which would be a huge blow for Wolves, especially during their challenging December schedule.
The team is set to face tough opponents such as Leicester, Manchester United, and Tottenham.
Cunha has been one of Wolves’ standout players, netting eight goals in 16 Premier League appearances.
Gary O’Neil’s Reaction
Wolves’ now-former manager, Gary O’Neil, commented on the situation following the match.
O’Neil, who was dismissed after the loss, admitted that he hadn’t seen Ait-Nouri’s outburst but acknowledged the mounting pressure on the team.
He expressed the importance of maintaining composure, saying, “We are under a lot of pressure.
We need to push the group beyond our level, and you can’t afford to get yourself in trouble.
We are stretched as it is. We need Rayan, and now we don’t have him.”
A Tumultuous Week for Wolves
The defeat on Saturday also marked the end of O’Neil’s tenure as manager.
It wasn’t the first time tempers flared for Wolves, as the team had a similar post-match incident just days earlier.
After their 2-1 defeat to West Ham, midfielder Mario Lemina got into a scuffle with Jarrod Bowen, who had scored the winning goal for West Ham.
The altercation resulted in O’Neil stripping Lemina of the captaincy, handing the armband to Nelson Semedo for the crucial match against Ipswich.
Looking Ahead
Wolves are now on the verge of appointing a new manager, with Portuguese coach Vitor Pereira expected to take over from O’Neil.
Pereira, 56, has a wealth of experience, having managed in Portugal, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, Greece, Germany, Turkey, and China, along with a successful stint at FC Porto.
As Wolves continue to fight for their top-flight survival, these turbulent moments may shape the club’s future.
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