Man City Fans Spot Potential Feud Between Bernardo Silva and Omar Marmoush During Nottingham Forest Defeat
Manchester City fans have uncovered what appears to be tension between two key players following their surprising defeat to Nottingham Forest. Defending Premier League champions City suffered an unexpected setback on Saturday, with damning footage from the match raising serious questions about team harmony.
Despite dominating possession (70%), City failed to capitalize on their opportunities, ultimately allowing Callum Hudson-Odoi to secure a late winner for Forest. However, it was the apparent disconnect between teammates that has sparked intense discussion among supporters.
January signing Omar Marmoush, who has made an impressive start at the Etihad, was surprisingly named on the bench for the fixture. The Egyptian forward was introduced as a substitute for Savinho after the hour mark, and fans quickly noticed something concerning – midfielder Bernardo Silva appeared to be deliberately avoiding passing to Marmoush throughout his time on the pitch.
A viral clip shared on social media platform X highlighted three clear instances where Marmoush made himself available for a pass, only for Silva to ignore him and distribute the ball elsewhere. This apparent snub has led many supporters to speculate about a potential rift between the players.
Fan Reactions to the Alleged Tension
City supporters didn’t hold back their frustrations when discussing the footage online:
- “Bro look at Marmoush screaming for the ball, then look at Bernardo taking 7000 touches with his head down, guys useless,” one fan commented.
- “I was literally screaming at him at some point. Even me, sitting at home, I could see that Marmoush was trying to say pass the ball,” another admitted.
- “He does this regularly, he mustn’t like Marmoush. Always passes sideways and back,” a third supporter suggested.
- Some fans took the speculation even further, with one adding: “They must all hate him.”
Marmoush has made nine appearances across all competitions since joining City on January 23rd. His most notable contribution came in spectacular fashion against Newcastle United last month, where he netted an impressive hat-trick.
The forward’s early performances had earned him praise from supporters, making his benching against Forest and the subsequent on-field interaction with Silva all the more puzzling.
This potential discord comes at a critical time for City, who are locked in a tight title race and cannot afford to drop points against teams like Forest if they hope to retain their Premier League crown.
The situation raises questions about team chemistry just as the season enters its decisive final stretch, with manager Pep Guardiola likely needing to address any interpersonal issues within the squad quickly.
Do you think there’s genuine tension between Silva and Marmoush, or are fans overreacting to normal on-field frustrations? Share your thoughts on this developing situation and what it might mean for City’s title defense in the comments below!