PGMO admits handball error on Man Utd goal v Forest
The Professional Game Match Officials (PGMO) has acknowledged a handball error in Manchester United's second goal against Nottingham Forest. Referee Michael Salisbury initially ruled the goal valid despite a VAR review suggesting otherwise. The decision has sparked discussions about the interpretation of handball rules in the Premier League.
- ▪Manchester United's second goal should have been disallowed for handball according to PGMO.
- ▪Referee Michael Salisbury rejected a VAR review that indicated the goal should not count.
- ▪The incident involved Bryan Mbeumo, whose handball led to a goal by Matheus Cunha.
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