Martinez shushed the crowd during the match, resulting in a warning from the referee. Despite being booked, he engaged with the home supporters once again. Manchester City’s journey to defend their title as champions of the world’s biggest football tournament can be followed, with every game from the group stage to the final available to watch for £29.99 a month on TNT Sports.
During the match, another yellow card was shown, leading many to expect a red card. However, the International Football Association Board’s rulebook states that penalties are taken after the match has ended, and warnings and cautions from the match do not carry forward into penalties (penalty shoot-out). Leon Bailey missed his spot kick, while Nabil Bentaleb and Benjamin Andre’s attempts were thwarted by Martinez.
Villa, who looked to be heading out after their 2-1 first leg advantage was erased by goals from Yusuf Yazici and Andre, were saved by Matty Cash’s late strike. This has sparked a discussion on whether the current rule should be changed.
