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 claim of wrongful dismissal.

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

The referee Chris Kavanagh didn’t take long to give marching orders to 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 direct send-off was rather 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 choice.

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 finding the back of the net.

United will travel to Villa Park on Sunday to take on Unai Emery’s side.

Aston 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 also bring an upturn in his form.

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