Forest boss wants clarity on handball after controversial Man United goal
Nottingham Forest's manager Vitor Pereira is seeking clarification on the handball rule following a controversial goal by Manchester United. The goal, which was deemed accidental, contributed to Forest's 3-2 loss at Old Trafford. Pereira expressed his dissatisfaction with the decision and emphasized the need for clearer guidelines on handball incidents.
- ▪Vitor Pereira is the manager of Nottingham Forest.
- ▪Manchester United's second goal in the match was controversial due to a handball incident.
- ▪The Premier League Match Centre confirmed the goal stood after the referee's decision.
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