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Jamie Spencer

Why Matheus Cunha Goal Should Have Been Disallowed After PGMO Admission

Manchester United’s crucial second goal in Sunday’s 3–2 win over Nottingham Forest should not have counted, in the eyes of refereeing chief Howard Webb.

Webb, head of Professional Game Match Officials (PGMO), is reported to have acknowledged in a discussion with Forest he initiated on Monday that the decision from the on-field referee to let Matheus Cunha’s goal stand was incorrect.

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