Wrexham boss Parkinson says Swansea captain should have seen red
The Wrexham boss claimed the Wales international's challenge on Callum O'Hare was a 'leg-breaker'
Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson criticized Swansea City captain Ben Cabango for a reckless challenge on midfielder Callum O Hare during their Welsh derby match. Parkinson contended that Cabango should have received a straight red card for the dangerous lunge, which left O Hare with a serious injury. The Swansea substitute had just come on during the match, replacing Callum Doyle.
Wrexham's O Hare was soon replaced as Swansea maintained their unbeaten start to the season, staying atop the early Championship table. Parkinson stated that he believes the referee handled the match's atmosphere well, but he disagreed with the missed red card decision. Swansea manager Vitor Matos declined to comment on the referee's call, stating that he never does so.
O Hare, who had moved to Swansea from Sheffield United for £6.5 million, claimed he didn't touch Cabango, who is a 16-cap Wales defender. Parkinson added that the same referee had sent Callum Doyle off for a similar tackle last season, suggesting that the official might be inconsistent in his red card decisions. Wrexham's manager expressed his satisfaction with his team's performance, noting their improved efforts as the game progressed, and hinted at upcoming challenges against Burnley and West Ham United.
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