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      ‘Referee had no choice but to award a penalty, Mings needs to have a look at himself and ask, What on earth was I doing?

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      ASTON VILLA conceded one of the most bizarre penalties in Champions League history on Wednesday night.Villa boss Unai Emery slammed Tyron Mings’ bizarre decision to PICK UP the ball as “the biggest mistake I witnessed in my career”.Tyrone Mings’ inexplicable error cost Aston Villa all three points against Club BruggeCredit: GettyMings picked up the ball from a goal kick, giving away a penalty by doing soCredit: TNT SPORTSFormer Premier League referee and SunSport columnist Mark Halsey has given his verdict on the controversial decisionCredit: AFPMings gifted Club Brugge a penalty in the second half when he was passed the ball inside the area by Emi Martinez from a goal-kick and decided to bend down and pick it up.It can only be assumed that Mings had a lapse in concentration and thought he had been rolled the ball to take the goal-kick himself.But referee Tobias Stieler stuck to the letter of the law and pointed to the spot, a decision that cost Villa all three points as Brugge captain Hans Vanaken converted the resulting penalty to score the only goal of the game.Former Premier League referee and SunSport columnist Mark Halsey gives his verdict on the controversial decision that marred Villa’s defeat to Club Brugge…READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSpeaking exclusively to SunSport Halsey explained that official Stieler made the right call and said that Aston Villa can have “no complaints whatsoever”.He said: “We see it week in week out in every league around the globe, where the goalkeeper takes a quick goal kick giving it to the defender, and the defender plays it away.”Adding: “The referee has no option whatsoever to to give that penalty because the ball is in play and it’s a it’s a schoolboy error by by Tyrone Mings. “It’s just unbelievable for a player of his calibre to do what he did in the second half.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”So Aston Villa can have no complaints whatsoever.”The incident was remarkably similar to Arsenal centre-back Gabriel’s blunder against Bayern Munich in the Champions League last season.Arsenal star Gabriel got away with a similar incident in last season’s Champions LeagueCredit: TNT SPORTS’Career threatening!’ Ex-Prem ref reacts to Martinez’s tackle on Cole Palmer in Man Utd vs Chelsea | The Whistleblower, Mark HalseyThe Brazilian defender was let off the hook that night with Swedish referee Glenn Nyberg saying that it was a “kid’s mistake” that wasn’t in the spirit of the game to punish a team for.Halsey reckons you can feel sorry for Mings, but the decision ultimately has to be a penalty by the letter of the law.He added: “Tyrone Mings needs to have a look at himself and ask himself, What on earth was I doing?”Listen, yes. You do feel a little bit for him, but they’re professional footballers. They should know the laws of the game.”And as I say It’s a quick goal kick and, once the goal kick has been taken the ball is in play.”So, as I said before, Aston Villa could have no complaints at the award of a penalty by the referee.”Villa players also found themselves complaining that the referee hadn’t blown his whistle to restart play yet, but Halsey has clarified there’s no substance in that argument either.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe explained: “The referee doesn’t need to blow his whistle in that situation to restart play. It’s just ‘away we go’.”Villa’s defeat knocked them off their perch in Europe and ended their 100% start to the Champions League this season.Unai Emery labelled Mings’ gaffe as the ‘biggest mistake I witnessed in my career’Credit: Getty More

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      Official reason ref awarded farcical pen to Club Brugge after Mings blunder – but Arsenal got away with same error

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      TYRONE MINGS gave away an unbelievable penalty in Aston Villa’s Champions League clash with Club Brugge tonight.The Villa centre-back was punished for a lapse in concentration that saw him reach down and pick up the ball in his own box.Tyrone Mings made a calamitous error to give away a penalty for Aston Villa against Club BruggeCredit: GettyEmi Martinez played the ball out to Mings from a goal kickCredit: TNT SPORTSMings thought that his keeper was giving it to him to take and leant down and picked the ball upCredit: TNT SPORTSThe referee was forced to award a penalty despite Unai Emery’s efforts to explain the honest mistakeCredit: AFPHans Vanaken dispatched the spot-kick to put Club Brugge 1-0 upCredit: GettyMings, 31, had the ball passed to him inside the area by goalkeeper Emi Martinez at a goal kick.But the former England defender thought that Martinez was kicking him the ball for him to take the restart, prompting a VAR check for handball.The referee had no choice but to award the penalty, which was dispatched by Hans Vanaken.It was a hammer blow to Villa with the goal being the difference between the two teams and the match ending 1-0.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAnd Mings’ Champions League debut was cut short after his calamitous error. The towering defender was hooked by manager Unai Emery just over ten minutes later.To make matters worse, Mings now becomes the first English player in history to give away a penalty on their debut in the competition.Unbelievably, Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes got away with the exact same error as Mings in last season’s Champions League.Most read in FootballArsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes escaped punishment for doing the same thing in last season’s Champions LeagueCredit: TNT SPORTSFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe Gunners’ star leant down to pick up a pass from David Raya against Bayern Munich, but was not called up on his moment of madness despite pleas from the Bayern players.The decision to punish Mings comes as the ball is already considered as in-play when Martinez plays him the pass – meaning the referee has to give a penalty for handball.The referee for Arsenal’s clash last season was lambasted by then-Bayern boss Thomas Tuchel for his decision not to strictly follow the rules.The now-England manager, said: “I think the referee did not have the courage to give a deserved penalty today in a bit of a crazy and awkward situation.”He admitted on the pitch that he saw the situation and that quarter-final is not enough for him to give a penalty, for a kid’s mistake. He admitted he saw the mistake the player made.“It was a goal kick, the goalkeeper passed to a central defender and one touched the ball with the hand because he thought it was not in game but it was in game and the referee admitted it was in game and was handball. Very frustrating.” More

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      ‘Punished for having a big booty? Game has gone’ say fans after unfortunate VAR decision in Champions League

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      THE Champions League saw a very cheeky VAR decision last night.And the call left one team with the rump as it ultimately decided the match.Donyell Malen netted a late winner against Sturm Graz in the Champions LeagueCredit: GettySerhou Guirassy was just onside in the build-up due to Emanuel Aiwu’s bottomThe bizarre incident came in the clash between Sturm Graz and Borussia Dortmund which the German side won 1-0.Donyell Malen netted the 85th-minute winner at Signal Iduna Park.But it was only given when a VAR check went in their favour.Incredible replays showed that Dortmund star Serhou Guirassy was kept onside in the build up to the goal by the tightest of margins.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLUpon further inspection, it turned out that Guirassy was onside thanks to Emanuel Aiwu’s BACKSIDE.Fans could not help but feel bad for the defender who came unstuck due to his kiester.One posted: “Punished for having a thick stack? Game has gone.”A second wrote: “Booty too Big.”Most read in FootballIt was Emanuel Aiwu’s backside that ensured Dortmund remained onsideCredit: AFPCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA third commented: “I like big butts and I can not lie – Dortmund.”A fourth said: “He’s assisting Dortmund there, cheeky decision by VAR.”Watch the moment Dortmund and Celtic fans BOTH sing You’ll Never Walk AloneAnother added: “Saved by the butt.”The goal helped Dortmund seal the win to take their record in the competition to three wins from four games.After the game, manager and former Liverpool star Nuri Sahin praised his side’s performance as he insisted their energy levels were not “normal”.He told Dazn: “We completely controlled the game, apart from one phase between the 60th and 70th minutes.”We need to score our first goal earlier, that opens the door. We didn’t manage to do that. Up to the box, we were good and the plan worked out.”When you score the goal, the spaces get bigger. In the end, we got our reward.READ MORE SUN STORIES’I’m glad that we kept clear heads and got the job done. I told Donny that he needed to bring some intensity to the game.”I have to take my hat off to them. The way the boys ran, it wasn’t normal.”New Champions League format is a snorefestBy Dan KingUEFA sold the idea of expanding the Champions League from 32 to 36 teams, with each playing eight games instead of six in the opening phase, as a way of creating more competitiveness and excitement.The biggest clubs would have two matches against their peers, rather than having to wait until the knockout stage to meet.The smaller clubs would meet teams of a similar level twice and have a chance of tasting victory that was so hard to achieve if you were the bottom seed in a group of four.Ignoring for a moment the fact that the real motivation was the simple equation of more games = more money, the theory itself already looks flawed.None of the matches between European giants has delivered a compelling contest yet.And why would they? At the start of the long season with more matches in it, why would any team with ambitions to win things in the spring, go out all guns blazing in the autumn?Especially when they know they have six games NOT against big sides to make sure they accrue enough points to qualify at least for the play-off round (and even more games).There is even less jeopardy than before.Read the full column on the Champions League format fail and why everyone – including YOU – needs a rethink. More

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      Howard Webb officially confirms VAR decision that ‘got Ten Hag sacked’ by Man Utd was wrong

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      REFS’ chief Howard Webb has conceded the penalty decision that sealed Erik ten Hag’s fate at Manchester United WAS wrong.When United played at West Ham on October 27, VAR Michael Oliver recommended that match referee David Coote go to the monitor after Hammers striker Danny Ings went down in the box following an 87th-minute skirmish with Matthijs de Ligt.Howard Webb has admitted penalty should not have been given for the challenge on IngsCredit: RexThe decision contributed to Ten Hag’s sackingCredit: GettyWest Ham were not appealing for a penalty but to the disbelief of De Ligt and his team-mates, Coote reversed his decision and pointed to the spot.Jarrod Bowen smashed home the penalty, sending United plunging to their fourth Prem defeat of the season and Ten Hag was sacked the next morning.Now it has emerged that PGMOL chief Webb accepted Oliver should not have intervened and urged Coote to overturn his decision.And the Prem’s Key Match Incident panel — made up of former players, managers and referees — are also believed to have determined the final decision was an error and the initial call should have stood.READ MORE ON MAN UTDThe revelation will add fuel to Ten Hag’s fire after he was left furious by the crucial incident, suggesting it was the second shocker his side had suffered this season.Ten Hag also referred to Bruno Fernandes’ red card during the 3-0 home defeat to Tottenham in September — which was overturned by the FA on appeal — as a critical call that wrongly went against his United team.However, Ten Hag did not mention Lisandro Martinez’s two-footed tackle in the goalless draw at Crystal Palace the previous weekend.Many experts suggested that the defender should have been dismissed rather than merely booked.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSEven so, Webb’s admission, which is expected to be made public in a week during the next edition of the monthly Mic’d Up refereeing review show, will only serve to justify Ten Hag’s feeling that he was the victim of poor calls which ultimately cost him his job.Particularly after the Premier League claimed sufficient contact was made on Ings.’Ruben Amorim feels like Erik ten Hag all over again – Man Utd missed out on the perfect coach who’s done it already’ says Paul Scholes A statement after the match said: “The referee did not award a penalty to West Ham for a challenge by De Ligt on Ings.”The VAR deemed there was sufficient contact on Ings’ lower leg and recommended an on-field review.”The referee overturned his original decision and awarded a penalty.” More

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      Michael Oliver and David Coote accused of new VAR blunder – but little-known rule proves they got decision SPOT ON

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      PREMIER LEAGUE referees have come under fire once again, this time on the European stage.Michael Oliver and David Coote have been lambasted by fans after being accused of making a huge blunder during Girona’s clash against PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League tonight.Premier League officials have been slammed after fans accused them of making a mistake in a Champions League fixtureCredit: RexFans slammed Prem official Michael Oliver for missing what they thought was an obvious error during PSV vs GironaCredit: AlamyPSV star Malik Tillman took a throw-in with his foot on the pitchCredit: xThe long throw-in directly resulted in a goalCredit: xOliver was the man in the middle for the league phase match, while Coote was acting as the VAR for the fixture.And fans have slammed the pair for what they thought was an error in the early stages of the game.Both Oliver and Coote appeared to miss the fact that PSV star Malik Tillman seemingly stepped onto the pitch while taking a long throw-in to set up the game’s opening goal.The former Rangers and Bayern Munich midfielder delivered a huge throw into the box that was tucked away by Ryan Flamingo in the 16th minute.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut fans and viewers were convinced that Tillman had stepped onto the pitch with his left foot when still holding onto the ball.On social media, one slammed: “No-one talks about referees in the Champions League until it comes to Michael Oliver and David Coote allowing a scandalous goal to count in the PSV vs Girona game. “Speaks volumes about the standards of PGMOL really”While another fumed: “PSV just scored a goal where their player was on the pitch when he threw the throw in in.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”No wonder our officials get a bad rep they really are poor.”However, a little-known rule means that Coote and Oliver actually got the decision CORRECT.Malik Tillman’s foot was actually touching the line, meaning the action was legalCredit: xMan Utd legend Paul Scholes names his top 5 toughest Champions League opponents of all time Uefa’s ruling around throw-ins only requires a player to “have part of each foot on or behind the touchline”.Tillman’s right boot was well behind the line, while his the heel of his left foot was still making contact with the byline – meaning his throw-in was perfectly legal.Despite getting this decision right, Oliver and Coote were guilty of making a huge blunder in the Premier League last month.The pair was accused of “getting Erik ten Hag sacked” after their mistake saw West Ham awarded a match-winning penalty in the Manchester United’s 2-1 defeat to the Hammers – a match which ultimately proved to be the Dutchman’s last.The Times have since reported that the PGMOL’s chief refereeing officer Howard Webb believes that the pair made the incorrect decision to award a penalty that day.On that occasion it was Coote who was the match official at the London Stadium, while Oliver was acting as the VAR.David Coote incorrectly awarded West Ham a penalty against Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyCoote’s decision saw United lose and Erik ten Hag sackedCredit: Getty More

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      Premier League club chairman admits texting refs’ chief Howard Webb DURING game before controversial decisions

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      IPSWICH TOWN’S chairman has admitted he texted referees chief Howard Webb DURING his side’s controversial draw with Leicester.The Tractor Boys were 1-0 up at home on Saturday when star man Conor Chaplin was shoved in the box by Foxes ace Abdul Fatawu.Ipswich chairman Mark Ashton texted Howard Webb during the 1-1 draw with LeicesterCredit: PAAshton was desperate to talk to Webb about recent VAR decisions against his sideCredit: GettyDespite it appearing to be a clear penalty, the incident was bizarrely waved away by the referee and VAR.Things then got even worse for Ipswich when Kalvin Phillips received a second yellow card and trudged off for an early bath.And Ipswich’s worst fears were realised when Jordan Ayew nabbed a 94th-minute equaliser for Leicester to split the points.It’s not the first time Kieran McKenna’s side feel they have been hard done by since their return to the top flight.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIn their 2-0 defeat to Everton, Ipswich were given a penalty for a foul on Jack Clarke before the ref’s decision was reversed by VAR.And in the following week’s 4-3 defeat at Brentford, the promoted side saw VAR overturn a decision to award a free-kick while instead handing the Bees a decisive penalty.Ipswich chairman Mark Ashton has now revealed he messaged ref chief Webb DURING his side’s game against Leicester, begging for talks on VAR clarity before his side were denied a penalty.Ashton told BBC Radio Suffolk: “I thought Saturday was a real injustice. Those who know me know I care passionately about this club and will give my last breath defending it.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“And I made that very clear to Howard Webb. I actually messaged him when we were 1-0 up because I had a sense of the way this was going to go.“I said, ‘Can we speak directly after the game?’ We spoke and some of that conversation needs to remain private because I’ll end up being on a charge.Ipswich Town Football Club announce plans to redevelop 53-year-old stand in ‘exciting project’ with hotel and aquatics centre Ipswich feel they were denied a clear penalty against LeicesterCredit: RexThey also saw Kalvin Phillips sent offCredit: Rex“I’ve seen on international broadcasters today, former refs giving their opinion it’s not a penalty. You cannot be serious. Come on, don’t just back your former colleagues. It’s a stonewall penalty.“All I look for is consistency and right now I’m confused. The culmination of that conversation with Howard is that we will meet this week at Portman Road to discuss it because we need answers.“I can’t understand some of the decisions and I struggle to understand why we weren’t awarded a penalty.” More

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      There’s something wrong with refereeing after Martinez dodged red for career-threatening Palmer foul, says ex-Prem ref

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      LISANDRO MARTINEZ avoiding a red card for his shocking challenge on Cole Palmer signals something could be wrong with refereeing, according to Mark Halsey.The former Premier League referee believes the Manchester United defender was “very lucky” to escape a red card.Lisandro Martinez escaped a red card for his high tackle on Cole PalmerCredit: PAThe challenge could gave caused a serious injuryCredit: PAMark Halsey questioned why VAR did not intervene to send off MartinezCredit: AFPMartinez caught Palmer high on his knee with a reckless lunge that could have led to a serious injury.Ref Rob Jones booked Martinez for the tackle but VAR did not recommend a review, so there was no opportunity to increase the Argentine’s punishment.Halsey cannot understand why VAR did not intervene and he believes Martinez would have walked if the ref took a second look at the incident.Halsey told SunSport’s Whistleblower: “I was surprised that VAR didn’t recommend a review because I don’t think Martinez could have any complaints had he seen red card for that offence. READ MORE ON MAN UTD”Because it was for me, it was serious foul play. It was a challenge that endangered the player’s safety because he was so high. Okay, the force wasn’t there.”But it’s a career threatening challenge when you’re going that high on someone’s knee.”If officials do not think that’s a red card. Then there’s something seriously wrong. It’s not about knowing the laws of the game.”I think Martinez was very, very lucky that he didn’t see red.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFans were also shocked Martinez did not walk, as was Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca.He said after the match: “I think there is not intention to take the ball and the foul is quite dangerous.”Manchester United vs Chelsea: Player Ratings Breakdown (2)”It is quite clear it is a red.”While Gary Neville said in commentary: “When you go that high I think you’re asking for a red card. I think he’s lucky.”When you go knee-high and the ball’s gone, I think it’s a red.” More

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      Jose Mourinho explodes at referee in vintage rant as he accuses him of ‘drinking Turkish tea’ during match

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      JOSE MOURINHO exploded in a vintage rant as he accused a referee of “drinking Turkish tea” during a match.The Special One let rip after watching his Fenerbahce side clinch a dramatic 3-2 win at rivals Trabzonspor on Sunday.Jose Mourinho went on an epic rant accusing a referee of ‘drinking Turkish tea’The Special One celebrated wildly as Fenerbahce beat Trabzonspor with a 102nd minute winnerCredit: GettyMourinho pointed out several incidents, including a handball by TrabzonsporMourinho’s men were 1-0 up when their opponents were given two controversial penalties following VAR checks.The ex-Chelsea boss was then left incensed when a foul on Bright Oyasi-Samuels went unpunished.And after Fenerbahce levelled things up, Mourinho went ballistic when VAR failed to give his side a penalty following a clear handball by a Trabzonspor player in the box.The former Man Utd and Tottenham chief had the last laugh though, with Fener netting an incredible winner in the TWELFTH minute of added time.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLMourinho risked the wrath of home fans by celebrating wildly on the pitch.But afterwards, he blasted the standard of refereeing in Turkey’s Super Lig.In a lengthy rant, Mourinho claimed too few people around Europe watched Turkish football regularly to see the level was not high enough.And he also hit out at VAR ref Atilla Karaoglan, who he accused of NAPPING during the first half due to “drinking Turkish tea” before waking up to hand Trabzonspor their two penalties.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSMourinho said at his press conference: “Who wants to watch this Turkish league abroad? I couldn’t believe that this was the dimension (of refereeing standards). It’s too grey, it’s too dark, smells bad.“We were in good control, winning 1-0 when Atilla (Karaoglan, VAR ref), woke up because in the first half he was probably having Turkish tea.Watch moment Jose Mourinho wiped out in training exercise and collapses to floor as stars help him off pitch“Not to say an alcoholic drink so probably was Turkish tea. “I don’t think abroad many people watch the Turkish league. I think in London only my son watches the Turkish league, nobody else.“I’m going to post on my Instagram. I don’t have many but I think more than five million will watch more of that penalty.“So they will know what the Turkish league is.”Mourinho followed through with his threat to post the handball incident on Instagram and incredibly it’s seen 650,000 people ‘like’ the post.Fans certainly found Mourinho’s latest comments interesting.One said: “Mourinho doesn’t talk in vain, what’s going on in the Turkish league?”Another declared: “Let the whole world see this injustice.”Mourinho’s press conference rant in full“I will watch the matches until I can because nobody wants to watch the Turkish league.“Who wants to watch this Turkish league abroad? They have the Premier League, the French league, the German league, the Portuguese league, the Dutch league.“Why should they see this? When the president met me, the director, even before that I met other important and respectful clubs in Turkey.“I couldn’t believe that this was the dimension. It’s too grey, it’s too dark, smells bad.“We were in good control, winning 1-0 when Atilla (Karaoglan, VAR ref), woke up because in the first half he was probably having Turkish tea.“Not to say an alcoholic drink so probably was Turkish tea. There was a clear red card on Bright (Oyasi-Samuel). If it is a Fenerbahce player he would wake up, even the ref on the pitch wouldn’t be afraid to give the card.“Referees are afraid to give decisions to us. For me the biggest scandal is a penalty in our favour.“As I was saying before, I don’t think abroad many people watch the Turkish league. I think in London only my son watches the Turkish league, nobody else.“I’m going to post on my Instagram. I don’t have many but I think more than five million will watch more of that penalty.“So they will know what the Turkish league is. (On a scale of 1-10 what grade would I give myself?) Zero.”One noted: “One thing I like about Jose is he says the truth.”Another added: “Everybody knows he is right. He will fight to the end.”Before his press conference, Mourinho went on a rant in the tunnel immediately after full time.He said on live TV: “I blame the Fenerbahce people that brought me here. They told me only half of the truth.”They didn’t tell me the whole truth because if they told me the whole truth, I wouldn’t come.”But, with half of the truth and my boys, we fight opponents and the system.”The man of the match was Atilla Karaoglan. We didn’t see him but he was the referee. The referee was just a little boy that was there on the pitch, but the referee was Atilla Karaoglan.”He goes from the invisible man to the most important man in the match.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I think I am speaking on behalf of every Fenerbahce fan – we don’t want him again.”We don’t want him as a VAR. We don’t want him on the pitch but, on the VAR, even less.” More