I’Don’t ever ask me to give you an interview again!’ – Matheus Cunha brands reporter a ‘liar’ as Wolves star issues furious response to ‘body language’ criticism also levelled at him by Vitor Pereira.
Matheus Cunha referred to a reporter as a “liar” in response to Vitor Pereira’s critique of his “body language”. What happened? Cunha has found himself in the focus of a storm following allegations about his post-match conduct during Wolves’ 3-1 loss to Chelsea. According to The Express and Star’s Liam Keen, the Brazilian was accused of going directly to the tunnel after the defeat, skipping the custom of thanking the travelling fans for their support.
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Cunha, however, vehemently denied the accusation, labelling Keen a “liar” in a heated response on social media platform X.
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
“If we start complaining about this and that, this is not the way. He is committed to Wolves but when you keep hearing about other clubs, then it is human [to be distracted]. (But)The team needs him with good energy and not with frustration. He must slow down and put his mind in the right way.”
Wolves manager Vitor Pereira voiced issue with Cunha’s “body language” in his post-match interview following Chelsea’s defeat. “He can be frustrated as he wants to win, but everyone in the dressing room wants to win,” according to him. “I dislike this body language. I want a captain who will attempt to aid the squad by running, suffering, and fighting together. But this is something I understand. “Next time, I won’t understand.” When asked about Cunha leaving the pitch soon after the final whistle, Pereira said, “This is something I don’t understand.” Again, the frustration is understandable, but we need to be together. Together, we can solve the challenges and remain in the Premier League.
AFPWHAT NEXT FOR WOLVES?
Wolves are perilously close to relegation with only 16 points from 22 matches, ahead of Ipswich Town on goal difference. As Wolves fight to keep their Premier League status, the spotlight will undoubtedly shift to how Cunha responds when they face Arsenal on Saturated
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