Premier League Explains Casemiro’s Red Card in Manchester United vs Chelsea Clash
The Premier League has officially clarified the incident that led to Casemiro’s dismissal during Manchester United’s dramatic 2-1 victory over Chelsea. The Brazilian midfielder was shown a second yellow card for pulling Andrey Santos’ shirt in midfield, a foul that stopped a promising Chelsea counterattack.
According to the league, the referee’s decision was fully in line with the rules, and there was no VAR involvement since second yellow cards are not reviewable under current protocol.
Casemiro had already been booked earlier in the first half for a late challenge on Enzo Fernández. Despite putting United ahead with a crucial goal, his rash decision near the halfway line left the referee with no choice but to send him off just before halftime. The dismissal dramatically shifted the momentum of the match, forcing United to dig deep to hold on with 10 men.
What Casemiro’s Suspension Means for Manchester United
As a result of the red card, Casemiro will serve a mandatory one-match suspension. He will miss United’s crucial Premier League fixture against Brentford this weekend but will be available again for the trip to AFC Sunderland on October 4. Since this was a second bookable offense, Manchester United cannot appeal the decision.
Chelsea’s Early Setback – Robert Sánchez Red Card
The game also saw Chelsea reduced to 10 men within the opening five minutes. Goalkeeper Robert Sánchez was shown a straight red card after bringing down Bryan Mbeumo outside the box, denying a clear goal-scoring opportunity. Sánchez will serve a one-match suspension, but it only applies to domestic cups, meaning he will miss Chelsea’s Carabao Cup tie against Lincoln City while remaining available for their next Premier League outing.
United Show Resilience Despite Setbacks
While both red cards made headlines, Manchester United’s ability to grind out a 2-1 victory with a man down showcased their fighting spirit and resilience. The Premier League’s explanation has shed light on the referee’s decision-making process, underlining the fine margins that often decide high-stakes matches.
Casemiro’s absence will be a blow for Erik ten Hag’s side, but the win keeps their momentum alive heading into the next round of fixtures.