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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Jamie Gardner and Jonathan Veal

Referee who allowed controversial Man United goal to stand not selected for final round of Premier League games

Michael Salisbury allowed Man United's second goal to stand - (PA)

The referee who controversially allowed a Manchester United goal to stand last weekend despite an apparent handball has been omitted from the final round of Premier League fixtures this Sunday.

Michael Salisbury’s decision to let Matheus Cunha’s goal count – United’s second in their 3-2 victory over Nottingham Forest last Sunday – drew widespread criticism. The goal was scored after Bryan Mbeumo handled the ball in the build-up.

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