Big boost for Man United as Fernandes has red card overturned | OneFootball

Bruno Fernandes’ red card against Tottenham Hotspur has been overturned following a successful appeal.

Manchester United star was sent off after making a poor challenge on James Maddison.

Referee Chris Kavanagh did not take long to dismiss the midfielder.

At first glance, his tackle seemed to justify a red card. However, the replays made it clear that the decision to issue a red card was harsh.

Unfortunately for United, VAR stood by the on-field call.

Man United have confirmed Fernandes will be available for selection following the successful appeal.

The £54 million-rated midfielder was left seething after receiving the first red card of his United career.

He claimed in the post-match interview that his foul ‘was never a red card’. He also revealed Maddison accepted that the referee didn’t make the right decision.

The Red Devils were already trailing 1-0 when Fernandes received his red card.

Things worsened as they conceded two more goals in the second half, intensifying the pressure on Erik ten Hag.

Despite the mounting adversity, 10-man United fought valiantly to claw their way back into the match.

They crafted a few promising opportunities, with Alejandro Garnacho and Casemiro coming tantalisingly close to scoring.

United visit Aston Villa on Sunday. Villa are on a four-match unbeaten run in the league and will pose a massive challenge to United.

Fernandes has been in dismal form this season, but he has the opportunity to prove his worth.

Hopefully, the successful appeal could trigger an upturn in form.

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