FA Cup talking points: Tough trip for Ole and Pep looks for Fulham boost
The FA Cup takes centre stage again this weekend as the road to Wembley continues.
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5 things we learned from the Premier League this weekend
Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the Premier League to 16 points – with a game in hand – as they edge ever closer to a first title in 30 years.
Farke has no complaints after Godfrey’s trial by video
Norwich manager Daniel Farke felt both red cards were correct decisions as his side’s 1-0 win over fellow strugglers Bournemouth witnessed the Premier League’s first pitchside VAR review.
Norwich scrape win as VAR monitor is used for first time in Premier League
Norwich held on for a crucial 1-0 win over fellow strugglers Bournemouth which finished 10-a-side and featured the Premier League’s first pitchside VAR review.
Referees advised to use pitchside monitors on red card decisions
Referees have been advised to use pitchside monitors to make a final ruling on red card decisions, the PA news agency understands.
Wolves keeper John Ruddy laments combination of VAR and the new handball rule
John Ruddy became the latest to voice his frustration at the new handball rule after Wolves were once again denied a goal by the video assistant referee in their 1-0 defeat at Manchester United.
Rashford substitution ‘backfired’ as United top scorer doubtful for Liverpool
Marcus Rashford is a major injury doubt for Manchester United’s visit to Liverpool this weekend after Ole Gunnar Solskjaer admitted bringing the striker off the bench “backfired” in the FA Cup win over Wolves.
Mata sends Manchester United through to round four but Rashford injury sours win
Juan Mata’s second-half strike saw Manchester United advance to the FA Cup fourth round but their 1-0 victory over Wolves was soured by an injury scare to Marcus Rashford at Old Trafford.
Arsenal pegged back at Palace as Aubameyang sees red following VAR decision
Arsenal captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang opened the scoring at Crystal Palace, but was later sent off as the hosts fought back to draw 1-1 at Selhurst Park.
Careful what you wish for – McLean issues VAR warning to Scottish clubs
Kenny McLean has told Scottish football to be wary of VAR as calls grow for it to be introduced in the Ladbrokes Premiership.
Tom Huddlestone pleased as pitchside monitor used for right decision at Palace
Derby midfielder Tom Huddlestone was pleased the pitchside monitor contributed towards the right decision being made during his side’s 1-0 win at Crystal Palace.