Man Utd-Forest referee not selected for final day
The referee for Manchester United's recent match against Nottingham Forest has not been chosen for the final round of Premier League fixtures. Michael Salisbury allowed a controversial goal to stand, which was later deemed incorrect by the Professional Game Match Officials Limited. This decision has sparked discussions about the handling of VAR reviews in the league.
- ▪Michael Salisbury officiated the match where Manchester United defeated Nottingham Forest.
- ▪He allowed a goal despite a handball in the build-up, which was later admitted to be a mistake by PGMOL.
- ▪Salisbury has not been selected for any matches in the final round of the Premier League.
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