The Premier League has clarified the reason behind Everton midfielder Idrissa Gana Gueye’s early red card during Monday’s 1-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford.
Gueye was sent off in the first half following a clash with his own teammate, Michael Keane, after a loose ball from Bruno Fernandes’ shot went wide. The referee deemed the incident “violent conduct” and issued a straight red card.
In an official statement, the Premier League explained: “The referee’s call of red card to Gueye for violent conduct was checked and confirmed by VAR – with the action deemed to be a clear strike to the face of Keane.”
Despite being reduced to ten men, Everton appeared energized by the sending-off, taking the lead before halftime through a spectacular strike from Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall.
This incident has drawn widespread attention, highlighting both the importance of VAR in officiating and the dramatic impact the red card had on the match’s outcome.
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