Forgotten ex-England and Premier League star, 33, unrecognisable with top knot as he’s sent off using new V...

The 33-year-old defender was playing for Sydney FC in an A-League match against Central Coast Mariners when a high challenge was reviewed by the referee.The whistler said: "After review, contact was above the ankle, studs to the shin, it is a red card."

Fans took to social media to react to the unique VAR protocol, with some suggesting it should be brought into the Premier League.The defender is now sporting a top knot - completely different to the shaved look from his Man City and Sunderland days.Rodwell came through Everton's academy before makign 109 senior appearances for the club. He was heavily praised by then-manager David Moyes after breaking into the first team.

In 2007 he joined Man City and spent two years at the Etihad, making 25 appearances across all competitions.The centre-back then joined Sunderland and spent four years at the club before joining Blackburn Rovers.He made a gradual return to first team football before then transferring to Sydney FC in 2022.FOOTIE RAPE CLAIMS

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