BREAKING NEWS: FIFA Suspends Referee from Man United vs Tottenham Europa League Final After VAR Review Uncovers Missed Penalty Fouls
FIFA has officially suspended the referee who officiated the Europa League final between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur, following a VAR review that revealed five crucial fouls committed by Tottenham in the penalty box were overlooked.
The decision, made by the FIFA board earlier today, follows mounting criticism and controversy surrounding the referee’s performance during Tottenham’s narrow 1-0 win.
The missed calls, including multiple penalty appeals from Manchester United, sparked outrage from fans and analysts, who questioned the integrity of the officiating.
FIFA responded by launching a formal review of the match, which led to today’s suspension. The referee will be sidelined from officiating future matches pending further investigation.
This move highlights ongoing concerns over VAR usage and officiating standards in high-stakes fixtures, and underscores the pressure referees face at the highest level of thegame.