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Man Utd handball call is already a contender for the worst refereeing decision of the season

By WAF News Desk 1 min read
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Man Utd handball call is already a contender for the worst refereeing decision of the season

Jarred Gillett and Craig Pawson got it badly wrong when allowing Harry Maguire to go unpunished in the build-up to the goal that put the home side ahead against Ipswich

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Manchester United defeated Ipswich Town 5–2 in a seven-goal encounter, with Bruno Fernandes scoring a hat-trick. A controversial handball incident involving Harry Maguire in the build-up to a United goal went unpunished, drawing criticism from observers who regard it among the season's worst refereeing decisions. Michael Carrick secured his first league victory as permanent head coach.

What we know

  • Harry Maguire was not penalised for handball during the goal-scoring sequence.
  • Referees Jarred Gillett and Craig Pawson faced scrutiny over the handball decision.
  • Fernandes scored three goals in the 5–2 victory over Ipswich.

Why it matters

Contentious officiating decisions shape match outcomes and fuel debate about consistency in Premier League enforcement. The incident tests confidence in refereeing standards early in the season and raises questions about handball interpretation under current rules.

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