Ex-PGMOL chief: Man City star should've been sent off vs Man United after previously unseen footage emerges
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Ex-PGMOL Chief: Bernardo Silva Should've Been Sent Off vs Man United After Previously Unseen Footage Emerges
Newly emerged unseen footage from the recent Manchester United vs Manchester City derby has sparked controversy, with former PGMOL chief Keith Hackett claiming Bernardo Silva deserved a red card for a reckless challenge that went unnoticed during the match.
The intense 2-0 victory for Manchester United at Old Trafford under Michael Carrick's interim management highlighted several contentious refereeing decisions. City midfielder Bernardo Silva reacted post-match, lamenting that his team's rivals consistently benefit from 50-50 calls, specifically citing Manchester United defender Diogo Dalot's 10th-minute foul on Jeremy Doku, which received only a yellow card despite VAR review. "This season, the 50-50 decisions all go against us," Silva stated, insisting Dalot's challenge warranted ejection with 80 minutes remaining[1].
However, fresh camera angles reveal a previously unseen incident involving Silva himself. The footage, now circulating online, shows Silva engaging in a heated exchange and potential foul play amid rising tensions. Harry Maguire was seen throwing Silva aside during a confrontation, nearly escalating further, while Lisandro Martinez clashed with Phil Foden after Foden shoved Bruno Fernandes near the referee. These moments, including Rodri's hard foul by Luke Shaw (who was yellow-carded), underscore the fiery derby atmosphere[2][3].
Keith Hackett, ex-PGMOL head, analyzed the new Silva clip, declaring it a clear red-card offense due to its dangerous nature, arguing referee Anthony Taylor missed it entirely. Hackett criticized VAR's failure to intervene, calling it a "shock oversight" that could have shifted the game's dynamics. Pep Guardiola echoed frustrations over Dalot but praised United's superior energy, refusing to blame officiating alone: "The better team won."[1]
The emergence of this footage reignites debates on Premier League refereeing consistency, with City fans feeling aggrieved by perceived biases. As Manchester United boost their top-four hopes, the controversy amplifies scrutiny on Silva's role and officiating standards in high-stakes derbies.
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