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Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has criticized referee David Coote’s decision to overturn his decision to penalize West Brom at Old Trafford.
West Brom thought they would have a chance to take the lead when Conor Gallagher was brought down by Bruno Fernandes and Coote pointed out the spot.
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But the VAR advised the referee to consult the court monitor and decided to reverse his decision.
United went on to win all three points after Fernandes converted a penalty that was retaken after Sam Johnstone came off his line on the first attempt.
Ferdinand was not impressed by Coote’s U-turn.
“It is a shameful decision,” he told BT Sport.
“He did well the first time. It’s a shame nailed.
“How can you go against your own decision on that?”
In his post-game remarks, West Brom boss Slaven Bilic was taken aback by Coote’s actions.
“I am very disappointed with the decision,” Bilic told BT Sport. “I felt like a ‘little West Brom.’
“All of those crucial decisions were against us. I’ve seen it several times and it’s a clear shame.
“I don’t understand why he canceled it.”
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