Referee Michael Salisbury's controversial decision in Man United vs Nottingham Forest

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Referee Michael Salisbury's controversial decision in Man United vs Nottingham Forest
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Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville and his co-commentator Peter Drury were surprised by referee Michael Salisbury's decision not to disallow Man United's second goal against Nottingham Forest after VAR had recommended the call be overturned. The handball call by Bryan Mbeumo was not enforced, leaving Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha with scores in favor of Manchester United.

Gary Neville was perplexed by referee Michael Salisbury's decision not to disallow Man United's second goal against Nottingham Forest after VAR had recommended overturning the on-field call.

The controversial incident occurred when Bryan Mbeumo controlled Diogo Dalot's cross with his right arm, which was initially blocked but later resulted in Matheus Cunha's goal. Salisbury stood by his initial decision despite VAR's recommendation to overturn it. Former Manchester United defender Neville labeled it as an 'absolute shocker' and believed Salisbury had gotten himself into a real mess. He also admired referees who stood by their decisions. Manchester United won the match 3-2

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