🚨🚨✅️✅️🚨 BREAKING NEWS Claims that FIFA has dismissed referees or officials from the match between Manchester United and AFC Bournemouth are NOT accurate.

FACT CHECK: Has FIFA Sacked the Man Utd vs. Bournemouth Referees?

Following the chaotic 2-2 draw between Manchester United and AFC Bournemouth last Friday, social media has been flooded with “Breaking News” claims that FIFA has stepped in to dismiss or suspend the match officials.

The Verdict: FALSE. Claims that FIFA has dismissed referee Stuart Attwell or his VAR team are entirely inaccurate. Here is what is actually happening behind the scenes.

1. Who Governs the Referees?

First, it’s important to clarify the chain of command. FIFA does not oversee Premier League officiating; that responsibility lies with PGMOL (Professional Game Match Officials Limited), headed by Howard Webb. FIFA has issued no statement regarding this match.

2. The Real Action: United’s Formal Complaint

While no one has been sacked, Manchester United are furious. The club’s Sporting Director, Jason Wilcox, has officially approached PGMOL to demand a formal explanation for what interim manager Michael Carrick called “baffling” and “crazy” decisions.

3. The Three Big Controversies

The frustration stems from three nearly identical incidents at the Vitality Stadium:

The Amad Diallo Incident: With United leading 1-0, Amad appeared to be wrestled to the ground by Adrien Truffert. Both the referee and VAR waved it away.

The Bournemouth Equalizer: Seconds after the denied penalty, Bournemouth went up the other end and scored.

The Harry Maguire Red Card: In the 78th minute, Maguire was involved in a similar tussle with Evanilson. This time, Attwell pointed to the spot and sent Maguire off.

4. The “Inconsistency” War

Captain Bruno Fernandes summed up the locker room’s anger after the game:

“One is called as a penalty, the other isn’t. Either both are fouls, or neither is. I don’t understand why VAR doesn’t get involved.”

What Happens Next?

While Stuart Attwell has not been dismissed, reports suggest he may be “rested” or avoided for future Manchester United fixtures for the remainder of the 2025/26 season to take the heat off. As for Maguire, his red card means he will miss the upcoming clash against Leeds United.