Bruno Fernandes slipped into this challenge & was sent off with a RED CARD. This is not a straight red card. It is a high challenge, but the slip is so clear. He should know better, but shouldn’t be sent off for this.

The incident occurred in the 42nd minute when Fernandes made contact with James Maddison’s shin, resulting in a straight red card ¹. However, many argue that it wasn’t a straight red card, considering Fernandes slipped into the challenge, making it a high challenge but not intentional ¹.

Fans and pundits have taken to social media to express their opinions, with some saying it was the right call due to the seriousness of the foul play, while others believe it was harsh ¹. The referee, Chris Kavanagh, deemed it serious foul play, but VAR review also concluded that the red card was warranted ².

This incident has significant implications for Manchester United, as Fernandes will now face a three-game Premier League suspension, missing matches against Aston Villa, Brentford, and West Ham ². He will, however, be eligible to play in Europa League matches during this time.
Some have pointed out that Fernandes’ slip was clear, and while he should know better, the red card might have been excessive ¹. This incident has added fuel to the debate about the consistency and accuracy of refereeing decisions in the Premier League.

*Upcoming Matches Fernandes Will Miss:*

– _Aston Villa vs. Manchester United_ (October 6)
– _Manchester United vs. Brentford_ (October 19)
– _West Ham vs. Manchester United_ (October 27) ²

*Fernandes’ Eligibility During Suspension:*

– Europa League matches against Porto and Fenerbahce
– Carabao Cup match against Leicester at the end of October ²
It appears that Bruno Fernandes received a straight red card in the 42nd minute for a challenge on James Maddison, where he made contact with Maddison’s shin. While some argue that the red card was harsh because Fernandes appeared to slip into the challenge, VAR confirmed the decision. The referee, Chris Kavanagh, ruled it as serious foul play, resulting in Fernandes facing a three-match Premier League suspension.

This suspension means Fernandes will miss key Premier League matches against Aston Villa (October 6), Brentford (October 19), and West Ham (October 27). However, he will still be eligible to play in Europa League matches against Porto and Fenerbahce, as well as the Carabao Cup match against Leicester at the end of October.

The incident has reignited debates about the consistency of refereeing decisions, with opinions divided on whether the red card was justified or too severe.