Gary Neville recently recounted an incident involving Roy Keane and former referee Mark Clattenburg, where Keane refused to shake Clattenburg’s hand. This refusal stemmed from an issue Keane had with something Clattenburg had previously written. Neville shared a moment when the three of them were walking together during the World Cup, where he and another colleague greeted Clattenburg while Keane hung back and then aggressively shook his hand before walking away.

Neville also mentioned that Clattenburg had worked with them at previous World Cups as a refereeing consultant. When they questioned Keane about his behavior, he cited something Clattenburg had said in a book after working with them. When they caught up with him later, Keane appeared less certain about the reasons for his actions.

These events suggest that Keane’s stance on the issue had been established long before the specific incident with Clattenburg. The interaction also revealed Keane’s lingering hostility towards Clattenburg, showcasing their strained relationship. This anecdote provides insight into the dynamics and tensions within the world of football and its personalities.