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Referee Stands Firm as Aston Villa's Red Card Appeal Denied

1/8/2025

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In a controversial moment during Aston Villa's Boxing Day clash with Newcastle, referee Anthony Taylor issued a red card to Jhon Duran for allegedly stamping on Fabian Schar, despite objections from two officials. Aston Villa's appeal against Duran's three-match ban was denied, with PGMOL chief Howard Webb standing firm in defense of the decision.

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In a controversial moment during Aston Villa's Boxing Day clash with Newcastle, referee Anthony Taylor issued a red card to Jhon Duran for allegedly stamping on Fabian Schar, despite objections from two officials. Aston Villa's appeal against Duran's three-match ban was denied, with PGMOL chief Howard Webb standing firm in defense of the decision.