The incident occurred in the 42nd minute when Fernandes caught James Maddison’s shin, resulting in a straight red card.
However, many argue that it wasn’t deserved, as Fernandes appeared to slip into the challenge, making it high but not intentional.
Fans and pundits have taken to social media, with some agreeing it was the correct call due to the severity of the foul, while others believe it was too harsh.
Referee Chris Kavanagh ruled it as serious foul play, and VAR upheld the red card decision.
This has major consequences for Manchester United, as Fernandes will now serve a three-match Premier League suspension, missing games against Aston Villa, Brentford, and West Ham. He will still be eligible to play in Europa League fixtures during this period.
Some argue that while Fernandes did slip and should have been more careful, the red card may have been excessive.
The incident has reignited debate about the consistency of refereeing decisions in the Premier League.
Matches Fernandes Will Miss:
– _Aston Villa vs. Manchester United_ (October 6)
– _Manchester United vs. Brentford_ (October 19)
– _West Ham vs. Manchester United_ (October 27)
Fernandes’ Eligibility During Suspension:
– Europa League matches against Porto and Fenerbahce
– Carabao Cup match against Leicester at the end of October
