‘Utter B*llocks’ – Tottenham Fans Left Fuming as ‘Liability’ Cristian Romero Earns ANOTHER Red Card Against Man Utd

Cristian Romero red card sparks fury as Tottenham fans turn on their captain after brutal Casemiro foul at Old Trafford

Tottenham supporters are used to drama, but even by Spurs standards, Saturday afternoon at Old Trafford felt painfully familiar. Another big game. Another moment of self-destruction. And once again, Cristian Romero found himself at the centre of it all.

As Tottenham slumped to defeat against Manchester United, the talking point was not tactics, injuries or even the final scoreline. Instead, it was Romero’s latest red card – his sixth in a Spurs shirt – after a reckless, crunching challenge on Casemiro that left fans either raging at the officials or completely fed up with their own club captain.

For many Tottenham fans, this felt like the final straw. The word “liability” was trending within minutes, and social media quickly turned into a civil war between those blaming referee Michael Oliver and those who believe Romero simply cannot be trusted anymore.

Romero ‘Endangered’ Casemiro With Reckless Challenge

The incident itself happened before the half-hour mark, at a time when Tottenham were still very much in the contest. Casemiro received the ball in midfield, and Romero came charging in with excessive force, catching the Manchester United midfielder high on the ankle.

There was no long delay. Michael Oliver went straight to his pocket and produced a red card.

VAR checked the decision but did not intervene. Shortly after, the Premier League Match Centre confirmed the reasoning behind the dismissal on social media, stating:

“The referee’s call of red card to Romero for serious foul play was checked and confirmed by VAR – with it deemed that the challenge was made with excessive force and endangered an opponent.”

That phrase – “endangered an opponent” – only added fuel to the fire among Spurs fans who already feel Romero’s aggressive style has crossed the line too often.

Man Utd Punish Spurs After Red Card

The timing could hardly have been worse. Less than ten minutes after Romero’s dismissal, Manchester United took the lead.

A clever set-piece routine caught Tottenham napping, and Bryan Mbeumo calmly guided the ball into the net. From there, the game felt like an uphill battle for Spurs – down to ten men, away at Old Trafford, with confidence already fragile.

Whatever game plan Thomas Frank had prepared was effectively torn up. Tottenham battled, but the damage had been done.

Tottenham Fans Rage on Social Media: ‘Romero Tax Again’

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If the stadium atmosphere was tense, social media was outright explosive.

One fan account, @SpursITKhub, summed up the frustration many feel whenever Romero starts a big match:

“Romero tax again. Refereeing atrocious from minute one, Luke Shaw not even getting booked when fouling Conor Gallagher when there’s an open goal. Utter b*llocks.”

Others argued that Romero’s reputation as a hot-headed defender worked against him.

“Any other player on the pitch gets a yellow for that,” wrote @thfckieran22. “His reputation kills him.”

Some fans went even further, suggesting the referee had already made up his mind.

“[Michael] Oliver was going to give him a red before the game even started,” claimed @BeanMaxb.

‘He Is Such a Liability’ – Fans Turn on Their Captain

But not everyone was willing to blame the officials. A growing section of the Tottenham fanbase is losing patience with Romero altogether.

@ProTHFC posted a brutally honest assessment:

“He simply does not need to do that! He is such a liability. Injury crisis going on, fighting against being dragged into a relegation fight and he does that and is now out for 3 games. So poor. If he goes in the summer then so be it. As a captain you should not be doing that.”

Another supporter, @xAlexTHFC, echoed that sentiment:

“Sick and tired of how many games he costs us tbh.”

Even neutral observers weighed in. Commentator Ian Darke summed it up during the broadcast with a line that cut deep:

“Honestly think Spurs are better off without Romero. More trouble than he’s worth.”

Cristian Romero’s Poor Tottenham Timing

What makes this episode even more damaging is the timing. Romero’s red card came in the same week he publicly criticised Tottenham’s board, appearing to question the club’s lack of January signings.

After being forced off with illness in a recent draw against Manchester City, the Argentine defender posted a pointed message on social media:

“Great effort from all my team-mates yesterday, they were incredible. I wanted to be available to help them even though I wasn’t feeling well, especially since we only had 11 players available – unbelievable but true and disgraceful.”

While some fans applauded his honesty, others felt it crossed a line. Coming so soon after that post, this red card has only intensified scrutiny around his attitude and leadership.

For a captain, perception matters. And right now, Romero’s image among Spurs supporters is taking a serious hit.

A Familiar Story: Romero and Red Cards

This was not an isolated incident. It was Romero’s sixth red card since joining Tottenham, an alarming number for a defender expected to anchor the back line.

Aggression has always been part of his game. At his best, Romero is front-footed, fearless and dominant. At his worst, he is reckless, impulsive and costly.

The problem for Spurs is that the margin for error is tiny. With injuries piling up and form inconsistent, they cannot afford to lose key players to suspension – especially through avoidable mistakes.

Romero to Miss North London Derby and Key Fixtures

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The consequences are severe. Because this is Romero’s second red card of the season – following his dismissal against Liverpool in December – he now faces a four-game suspension rather than the standard three.

That means he will miss:

• Newcastle
• Arsenal (north London derby)
• Fulham
• Crystal Palace

For a Tottenham side sitting 14th in the Premier League table, those absences are massive. The Arsenal match, in particular, will sting. Missing a north London derby as captain, through suspension, is not a good look.

Exit Rumours Begin to Grow

With tensions already simmering between Romero and the club hierarchy, his absence is only likely to fuel speculation about his future.

Whispers of a summer exit have been growing for months, and this episode will do little to quiet them. Some supporters now openly believe Spurs would be better served cashing in and rebuilding around more reliable figures.

Whether that happens or not, Romero’s standing has undeniably shifted. He remains one of Tottenham’s most talented defenders, but patience is wearing thin.

Where Do Tottenham Go From Here?

For Thomas Frank, the challenge is immediate. He must reorganise a depleted defence, manage a frustrated squad, and somehow steady the ship in a season that is drifting dangerously.

For Cristian Romero, the questions are more personal. Can he rein in the aggression without losing what makes him effective? Can he truly lead by example? Or has the line between passion and recklessness already been crossed too many times?

One thing is certain: among Tottenham fans, the debate is no longer quiet. And after another red card on a big stage, Romero is once again at the heart of a storm he knows all too well.