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Tom Gott

‘Could Be’—Referee Chief Delivers Fresh Diogo Dalot Red Card Verdict After Derby Controversy

Premier League referees’ chief Howard Webb has insisted VAR was right not to suggest a red card for Diogo Dalot during the recent Manchester derby.

Just 11 minutes into the game, Dalot caught Manchester City’s Jérémy Doku high on the knee—a decision on-field official Anthony Taylor deemed worthy of a yellow card. A quick VAR check did not result in an upgrade.

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