PGMOL chief Howard Webb has provided detailed analyses of the three contentious penalty incidents that occurred during the Everton vs. Nottingham Forest match, offering insights into refereeing decisions and the application of the rules.
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Following an incident involving Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana against Burnley, PGMOL chief Howard Webb explained that learnings throughout the season influenced the penalty decision. This incident follows an earlier one with a similar offense that went unpunished. The decision reflects the league’s commitment to consistency in officiating.
Referees’ chief Howard Webb will engage in peace talks with Nottingham Forest’s owners this week, where VAR audio recordings from their controversial defeat at Everton will be presented. Forest had criticized the appointment of VAR official Stuart Atwell, alleging his bias as a Luton fan. PGMOL has complied with Forest’s request for access to the recordings, which will be played during the meeting. Despite Forest’s request for public release of the audio, PGMOL declines. However, one of the incidents may be featured in the ‘Match Officials: Mic’d Up’ program next week. Webb’s willingness to meet with the club reflects the desire to amicably resolve the matter and move past the controversy.
Nottingham Forest’s request to have Stuart Attwell removed from VAR duties during their clash with Everton was denied by referees chief Howard Webb. The issue of Attwell’s Luton Town allegiance was raised with Webb by Mark Clattenburg, a consultant to Forest’s board, but Webb declined to make any changes. Forest later released a statement criticizing the officials and stating that they had requested Attwell not be involved in the match. The club’s concerns stemmed from three controversial decisions that went against them during Sunday’s 2-0 defeat at Goodison Park.