{
  "id": 7378885,
  "title": "Foden, Awoniyi, Disasi red cards explained as Premier League releases VAR verdicts",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/foden-awoniyi-disasi-red-cards-explained-as-premier-league-releases",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-14T19:16:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/foden-awoniyi-disasi-red-cards-explained-as-premier-league-releases-var-verdicts/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Premier League released its verdicts on four major VAR interventions from Matchweek four. Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden received a red card for violent conduct in the 23rd minute of Manchester City's 1-0 win over Manchester United at Old Trafford. The incident involved Foden's foot making contact with the stomach of Bruno Fernandes, prompting the referee to call for a red card. The VAR confirmed the decision, stating it was a clear red card and a secondary movement. Erling Haaland scored a goal for Manchester United in the 59th minute, but it was initially flagged for offside by the assistant referee. However, VAR determined Haaland was in a fair position, and the goal stood, helping City secure a 1-0 victory. Manchester City forward Bruno Fernandes was also offside but remained on the field. Coventry City striker Taiwo Awoniyi was shown a red card in the 53rd minute of his team's 5-0 defeat to Brighton. The incident involved Awoniyi elbowing Brighton defender Max De Cuyper in the face. The referee confirmed the decision as red card for violent conduct, and VAR upheld the on-field decision. Crystal Palace defender Axel Disasi was also red-carded during his side's 3-2 defeat to Ipswich Town in the 34th minute. The contact was high on Ipswich forward Jack Clarke's shin, and VAR confirmed the decision of red card for serious foul play. Additionally, the Premier League explained two penalty decisions from Arsenal's 2-0 victory over Sunderland on Saturday. Arsenal defender Ezri Konsa pulled Sunderland defender Dan Ballard's shirt inside the area, resulting in a penalty awarded by VAR. Later, Bukayo Saka was challenged by Sunderland defender Reinildo Mandava, leading to a second yellow card and a penalty for Arsenal.",
  "summary": "The Premier League has released its official VAR verdicts, explaining the red cards for Phil Foden, Taiwo Awoniyi, and Axel Disasi in Matchweek four. Read More: https://punchng.com/foden-awoniyi-disasi-red-cards-explained-as-premier-league-releases-var-verdicts/",
  "key_points": [
    "Phil Foden red carded for violent conduct against Manchester United",
    "Erling Haaland's goal stands after VAR offside review",
    "Bruno Fernandes remains on field despite offside call"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Foden, Awoniyi, Disasi red cards explained as Premier League releases VAR verdicts",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/14/foden-awoniyi-disasi-red-cards-explained-as-premier-league-releases-7385050",
        "published": "2026-09-14T19:39:27.000Z"
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}