At a crazy Madrid Euros party, Man City star Rodri famously screamed, “Gibraltar is Spanish.”

The 28-year-old Spanish midfielder also declared that he “doesn’t care” about playing in the UK following his nation’s 2-1 victory over England on Sunday.

Rodri was heard shouting that Spain owned Gibraltar even though it was part of the UK as the country celebrated their fourth Euro victory on Monday night.

Following a brief meeting with King Felipe VI of Spain and his entourage, he and his colleagues were driven on an open-air bus through Cibeles Square in Madrid.

They were given microphones for the festivities, and each person took turns speaking to the gatherings.

And when it was Rodri’s turn, he decided to take the stage and sing “It’s Spanish, Gibraltar is Spanish” in front of thousands of admirers.

When Manchester City star Alvaro Morata of Spain pointed out to his teammate that he was a Premier League player, the player quickly said, “I don’t care.”

However, social media users did not take kindly to Rodri’s chanting; one user tweeted, “Used to play in England*”

Not the brightest spark, according to another. Could we get his opinion on Melilla and Ceuta?”

Both cities are acknowledged as autonomous Spanish entities and are situated on the African coast, abutting Morocco.

Gibraltar officials also criticized Rodri’s remembrances.

Authorities described the comments as “totally unnecessary” and “hugely offensive to Gibraltarians,” and expressed their disappointment in them.

A press release stated: “The lamentable use of the platform of celebrations around winning the Eurocup for advancing the idea of usurping the territory of Gibraltar is contrary to the principle that sport should not be used to advance any politically controversial ideology.”

Additionally, in response to the “unacceptable” chanting, the Gibraltar FA plans to file an official complaint with UEFA.

The Gibraltar FA has noted the extremely offensive and insulting tone of the celebrations around the Spanish Men’s national team’s Euro 2024 victory, according to an official message.

“The Association is seeking guidance this morning regarding the submission of a protest to UEFA, the governing body of European football, regarding the inappropriate songs and chants about Gibraltar that the players of Spain’s Men’s National Team sang after winning Euro 2024.

“Football has no place for behaviour of this nature.”

Rodri, whose full name is Rodrigo Hernández Cascante, left Atlético Madrid in July 2019 to join Manchester City for a then-club-record £60 million.

Under manager Pep Guardiola, Rodri has made a name for himself as a vital defensive midfield player since his arrival.

He is well-known for his superb passing, keen tactical awareness, and capacity to disrupt opponent play, all of which have been crucial to City’s achievements.

Rodri has contributed to Manchester City’s success in winning numerous trophies throughout his tenure there, including Premier League crowns, the FA Cup, the EFL Cup, and the UEFA Champions League.

His performances have been distinguished by his reliable defense and his pivotal position as a deep-lying playmaker in City’s possession-based game plan.

As a national player, Rodri has now declared Spain the victor of Euro 2024, sending England to second place for the second consecutive year.

In the meanwhile, following Sunday’s tragedy in Berlin, Gareth Southgate resigned as manager of England.

The national team coach’s contract expires in December, but he steps down from the position after eight years in command.

Before the competition started last month, Southgate made a passing mention of his intention to resign from his position.

And after spending the better part of a decade in the position, the former England defender has decided to leave his position.

“As a proud Englishman, it has been the honour of my life to play for England and to manage England,” Southgate said in a statement. I have put everything into it, and it has meant the world to me.

However, a fresh chapter and a shift are needed. My final match as England manager was Sunday’s final versus Spain in Berlin.

“Our fans are the best in the world, and I am incredibly grateful for their support. I am and always will be an England supporter.

“Thank you, England – for everything.”