We have decided to appeal against their decision, That’s unfair”: Manchester United’s coach Ruben Amorim has responded to FA’s ‘career-ending’ punishment for Patrick Dorgu after his horrible tackle on Omari Hutchinson.

In a dramatic encounter at Old Trafford, Manchester United’s head coach, Ruben Amorim, has announced the club’s intention to appeal the Football Association’s (FA) decision to impose a three-match suspension on defender Patrick Dorgu. The young Danish full-back received a straight red card during United’s recent 3-2 victory over Ipswich Town, following a contentious tackle on Omari Hutchinson.
The incident unfolded in the 43rd minute when Dorgu’s challenge on Hutchinson was initially overlooked by the on-field referee. However, after a VAR review, the referee consulted the pitchside monitor and subsequently issued a red card for serious foul play. This decision not only reduced United to ten men but also means Dorgu will miss upcoming fixtures, including the FA Cup tie against Fulham and Premier League matches against Arsenal and Leicester City.
Expressing his dissatisfaction with the FA’s ruling, Amorim stated, “We have decided to appeal against their decision. That’s unfair.” He further defended Dorgu, emphasizing the player’s intent: “He wants to play the ball. Maybe he’s a little bit harsh with the way he went for the ball. He’s inexperienced but he’s clearly ready for the Premier League.”
The match itself was a rollercoaster of emotions for United fans. Early in the game, a miscommunication between Dorgu and goalkeeper Andre Onana led to an easy goal for Ipswich’s Jaden Philogene. Despite this setback, United rallied with an own goal from Ipswich’s Sam Morsy and a strike by Matthijs de Ligt to take the lead. However, Dorgu’s subsequent red card and another goal from Philogene brought the score level again. It was only a decisive header from Harry Maguire early in the second half that secured the victory for the Red Devils.
In the aftermath of the match, Amorim also addressed concerns regarding Alejandro Garnacho’s reaction to being substituted following Dorgu’s dismissal. The young winger headed straight down the tunnel, a move that did not go unnoticed. Amorim commented, “I’m going to talk obviously with Garnacho about that.”
As United prepares for their upcoming fixtures, the potential absence of Dorgu poses a significant challenge. The club’s decision to appeal the suspension underscores their belief in the player’s importance and the perceived harshness of the punishment. Fans and pundits alike will be watching closely to see how this situation unfolds and how it impacts United’s performance in the crucial match
es ahead.
Manchester United’s head coach, Ruben Amorim, has announced the club’s intention to appeal the three-match suspension imposed on defender Patrick Dorgu following his red card in the recent 3-2 victory over Ipswich Town. The incident occurred in the 43rd minute when Dorgu’s challenge on Omari Hutchinson was initially overlooked by the on-field referee but was later penalized after a VAR review.
Under FA regulations, clubs can appeal red card decisions on the grounds of wrongful dismissal. To initiate this process, the club must submit their appeal by 17:00 on the second business day following the incident. The appeal is then reviewed by an independent regulatory commission, which considers reports from match officials and video evidence to determine whether to uphold or overturn the suspension.
There have been recent instances where red card suspensions were successfully appealed. For example, Arsenal’s Myles Lewis-Skelly had his red card rescinded after the club presented compelling video evidence showing that the challenge did not meet the criteria for serious foul play. Similarly, Waterford FC successfully overturned Darragh Leahy’s red card by utilizing television evidence under the FAI’s revised rules.
If Manchester United’s appeal is unsuccessful, Dorgu will miss the upcoming fixtures against Fulham in the FA Cup, followed by Premier League matches against Arsenal and Leicester City. The club’s decision to appeal underscores their belief in the player’s importance and the perceived harshness of the punishment.