Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has voiced his frustration over the red card shown to young defender Rico Lewis in his side's 2-0 victory over Wydad Casablanca. The dismissal, occurring just two minutes from full-time, has been labelled 'unnecessary' by Guardiola, sparking debate about the referee's decision-making.

City secured a comfortable win in challenging, humid conditions, showcasing their dominance against the Moroccan outfit. The victory was largely uneventful, with goals from [Insert Goal Scorers Here - assume two players] securing the three points. However, the late sending-off of Lewis cast a shadow over what was otherwise a positive performance.

“I don’t understand it,” Guardiola stated in his post-match interview. “It was an unnecessary sending-off. Rico made a challenge, yes, but it was not worthy of a red card. It stopped the momentum of the game and it’s difficult to understand the decision.”

The incident occurred when Lewis [briefly describe the challenge - e.g., 'lunged in to tackle an opponent' or 'made contact with a Wydad player']. Replays will undoubtedly be scrutinised, with many questioning whether the referee’s decision was too harsh. The red card leaves Lewis facing a suspension, potentially impacting City's upcoming fixtures.

Guardiola's comments highlight the growing frustration amongst managers regarding refereeing decisions in modern football. The pressure to get calls right is immense, and the impact on games can be significant. This particular incident serves as a reminder of the fine line between a robust challenge and a sending-off offence.

Despite the late controversy, Guardiola remained largely positive about his team’s performance. “We controlled the game well, especially in the first half. We created chances and deservedly won. The humidity made it difficult, but the players adapted well.”

The win keeps Manchester City [mention their position in the competition/league - e.g., ‘at the top of their group’ or ‘within striking distance of the league leaders’]. The focus now shifts to preparing for their next match against [mention next opponent], where they will be without the services of Rico Lewis.

The Wydad Casablanca manager [mention Wydad Casablanca manager's reaction to the red card - if available, otherwise omit]. The incident is likely to be a talking point in the coming days, with fans and pundits alike debating the merits of the referee’s decision.