Fans are buzzing with controversy after Lisandro Martinez’s aggressive two-footed tackle on Daichi Kamada during Manchester United’s match against Crystal Palace. The incident unfolded in the second half of a tense 0-0 stalemate, igniting outrage among Palace players and supporters alike.

As United pressed forward, Martinez launched himself into a high-risk challenge, leaving the ground with both feet in an attempt to reclaim possession. While he did make contact with the ball, the reckless nature of the tackle prompted immediate scrutiny. Referee David Coote brandished a yellow card, but many felt it should have been a harsher punishment.

Sky Sports commentator Alan Smith couldn’t hide his astonishment, exclaiming, “I just don’t know why you would do that.” Despite Martinez’s attempts to appear innocent, viewers were quick to criticize, with one fan declaring, “Lisandro Martinez is a criminal,” and another insisting, “That tackle deserves a red card, regardless of contact.”

The Premier League confirmed VAR reviewed the tackle but ruled there was “no contact” with Kamada, leaving the yellow card intact. However, the passionate responses from fans reflect a growing consensus that Martinez’s challenge was not only reckless but could have endangered his opponent, sparking an ongoing debate about the safety of tackles in the game.