Premier League referee Chris Kavanagh is set to return to officiating at Old Trafford this weekend following a short disciplinary break caused by multiple errors in a recent Newcastle United match.
Referee Chris Kavanagh has been appointed to officiate Manchester United’s clash with Crystal Palace this Sunday, following a brief one-week suspension.
Kavanagh was sidelined after a series of high-profile errors during Newcastle United’s FA Cup win over Aston Villa.
Significant blunders included failing to penalize a blatant handball and allowing an offside goal, leading to his temporary removal from Premier League duties.
Newcastle legends and staff expressed deep frustration over the officiating standards during the cup tie.
Former striker Alan Shearer criticized the lack of accountability, stating: “For me, they’re actually getting worse because I really don’t think that is a difficult decision at all.”
Despite the outcry, the PGMOL’s decision ensures Kavanagh returns to the pitch less than two weeks after the controversial match.