In the aftermath of a contentious red card shown to Myles Lewis-Skelly during Arsenal's win over Wolverhampton, PGMOL chief Howard Webb conceded that referee Michael Oliver's decision was wrong. However, he contended that it wasn't as egregious as public opinion suggests. Webb explained Oliver's rationale: he perceived Lewis-Skelly's actions as serious foul play despite VAR's review not identifying clear error. Arsenal’s vehement protests, leading to a significant fine, highlight the game's emotional stakes amid discussions about referee decision-making in high-pressure situations.
Webb defended Michael Oliver's decision-making process, stating, 'Clearly the referee on the day felt... the intention of stopping the opponent,' showcasing the subjectivity of foul assessments.
Webb acknowledged the initial sending-off was incorrect but emphasized that the VAR deemed the call not clearly wrong despite the backlash the referee received.
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