Yet another great example of why (I'm a massive fan of VAR myself) VAR does not really seem to function that fantastically in the PL. For once, I think two clear and obvious cases were missed. Oliver gives PK for a trip on Pogba, although the contact is initiated by Pogba, VAR probably decides it's not C&O to overrule. https://streamvi.com/watch/1609536200
Second one, Mings elbows Pogba in the box. No excuses there, even if it isn't a red card review, it's obviously a penalty. We've seen cards and fouls given for much less contact to the face over the last couple of seasons. https://streamable.com/wg2wx7
Anogher question, not really related to this game, but I feel Oliver has dropped a bit over the last season or so. Used to think he was by far one of the best referees in the world, now I'm not too sure. Still really good, mind you but yeah.
Second one, Mings elbows Pogba in the box. No excuses there, even if it isn't a red card review, it's obviously a penalty. We've seen cards and fouls given for much less contact to the face over the last couple of seasons. https://streamable.com/wg2wx7
Anogher question, not really related to this game, but I feel Oliver has dropped a bit over the last season or so. Used to think he was by far one of the best referees in the world, now I'm not too sure. Still really good, mind you but yeah.