“Gary Lineker and Shay Given Explode Over ‘Shocking’ Cunha Call in Wolves Collapse – Pundits Fume in Unison After Controversial Moment Mars Brighton Defeat!”

Gary Lineker and Shay Given Unanimous: Cunha ‘Very Lucky’ to Escape Red in Wolves’ Brighton Collapse

Matheus Cunha endured a nightmare outing as Wolves slumped to a 2-0 defeat at home to Brighton — and it could’ve been even worse for the Brazilian had the referee taken a harsher view.

Known for his energy and attacking spark, Cunha had an afternoon to forget, committing a clumsy foul on Brighton’s Mats Wieffer inside the box early in the match. The incident led to a penalty, but controversy erupted as Cunha was only shown a yellow card by referee Michael Oliver, despite calls for a straight red.

During post-match analysis on *Match of the Day*, Gary Lineker and Shay Given were in complete agreement: Cunha was fortunate to stay on the pitch. “This is a red card,” declared Given. “He’s had suspensions already this season, and for me, this should’ve been a third.” Lineker echoed the sentiment, noting that “double jeopardy doesn’t apply here — that was no genuine attempt to win the ball.”

Given highlighted the reckless nature of the challenge, pointing out that Cunha’s knee collided high with Wieffer and arguing that Oliver made a clear error. The tackle came after Cunha failed to control a pass under pressure — a lapse that led to the Brighton attack.

Cunha, who has already missed games due to suspension this season, now finds himself under scrutiny again. The Brazilian, reportedly keen on a summer move away from Molineux, must tread carefully if he hopes to end the season — and potentially his Wolves career — on a high note.

While he later issued an apology for the performance, Saturday’s showing raised questions about both his discipline and decision-making under pressure — something potential suitors may now take into account.