Paul Tierney Appointed VAR for Manchester Derby Despite Recent Controversies

Paul Tierney has been appointed as the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) for the upcoming Manchester Derby, a decision that has stirred significant controversy following his recent high-profile errors. The Premier League's choice comes despite Tierney's involvement in a major mistake during a match between Liverpool and Everton, where he failed to award a clear penalty to Everton. This decision left Everton's manager, David Moyes, visibly frustrated and vocal about his dissatisfaction with the officiating.

The controversy surrounding Tierney escalated further when he was at the center of another contentious call during a game at Anfield, which has led to widespread debate about the consistency and reliability of VAR decisions in the Premier League. Despite these incidents, the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) has decided to retain Tierney for the high-stakes Manchester Derby, a move that has not gone unnoticed by fans and pundits alike.

The appointment of Tierney for such a crucial match has sparked discussions on the effectiveness of the VAR system and the accountability of match officials. As the Manchester Derby approaches, all eyes will be on Tierney to see if he can navigate the game without further controversy.

• Manchester Derby
• Paul Tierney
• PGMOL

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