Roy Keane has criticised Manchester City for what he described as disrespectful conduct following their dramatic 2–1 victory over Liverpool, taking aim at the atmosphere during Arne Slot’s post-match media duties.

The Premier League clash at Anfield delivered plenty of drama. Liverpool thought they had seized control when Dominik Szoboszlai curled home a stunning free-kick after the break, sending the home crowd into raptures. But City refused to fold. Goals from Bernardo Silva and Erling Haaland flipped the contest on its head and secured a vital away win for Pep Guardiola’s side.

Tensions rose further late in the match as Szoboszlai was shown a red card, while VAR intervened to chalk off a late effort from Raya Chekri in the same passage of play. Despite the controversy, City’s celebrations were in full swing at the final whistle.

Loud Celebrations Spark Keane’s Anger

With City’s title ambitions under serious threat before kick-off, the win carried huge significance. A defeat would have seen Arsenal pull nine points clear at the summit, but instead Guardiola’s men remain within six points of the league leaders.

However, it wasn’t just the result that caught attention. As Arne Slot spoke to Sky Sports after the match, loud music from the City dressing room could clearly be heard in the background. That detail did not sit well with Keane.

The former Manchester United captain made his feelings clear, questioning whether similar scenes would be tolerated if Guardiola were the one facing the cameras.

City, he admitted, had every right to celebrate such an important win—but basic respect should still apply during official media interviews.

Silva: “We Had to Win”

Bernardo Silva later revealed just how much pressure City were feeling heading into the match. Speaking after the game, the Portuguese midfielder admitted the squad believed their title hopes would have been all but finished had they lost at Anfield.

According to Silva, the team knew victory was essential and now feel renewed belief as they prepare to fight until the very end of the season, despite recent inconsistencies.

Guardiola, when asked about Silva’s comments, brushed them off with a smile, joking that his players hadn’t shared those fears with him and insisting he remains more optimistic.

What’s Next?

City return to league action with a home fixture against Fulham, while Arsenal face a tricky away trip to Brentford. Both sides are also set for a high-stakes showdown later in the season, including a Carabao Cup final meeting on March 22 and a decisive league clash in April that could shape the title race.

One thing is certain: the drama—both on and off the pitch—is far from over ⚽🔥