Two video assistant referee officials have been officially stood down after they allowed Erling Haaland’s winning goal in Sunday’s Manchester derby. Matt Donohue and his assistant, Blake Antrobus, won’t be getting appointments for this weekend’s round of Premier League fixtures, a move confirmed by Pro Ref.
The Call: An ‘Error of Judgment’
Pro Ref was clear: the decision to allow Haaland’s game-winner was a definite “error of judgment.” Howard Webb, the chief refereeing officer, acted swiftly. He made the decision with his management team after reviewing the weekend’s action, pulling Donohue and Antrobus from the field. Talk about quick accountability for a big moment.
What’s Next for the Officials?
Their availability for future games is now on hold. Officials will reconsider their status only after the upcoming international break. It looks like Donohue and Antrobus will have some time to think about that derby call.
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Originally reported by The Guardian.
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