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'I've seen reds given for LESS!': Fans in disbelief as Manchester City star Raheem Sterling escapes red card for studs up tackle on Chelsea striker Timo Werner

Football fans were left surprised as Manchester City's Raheem Sterling avoided a red card for a challenge on Chelsea striker Timo Werner.

The City attacker took a heavy touch inside his own half and Werner tried to steal possession and begin a counter attack.

Sterling flew into a 50-50 challenge with his studs up and caught the German on the knee, who then rolled around in pain as the City man had an anxious look over to the referee.

Football fans were left surprised as Manchester City's Raheem Sterling avoided a red card
Sterling flew into a 50-50 challenge with his studs up and caught Chelsea striker Timo Werner

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