'RefCam' footage emerges from Manchester United's humiliation at Crystal Palace

By premiernews On May 11, 2024

The Premier League has published 'RefCam' images of Manchester United's 4-0 defeat against Crystal Palace.

The Red Devils were well beaten visiting Oliver Glasner's resurgent team in a match that was their first in the Premier League.

Goalscorer Olise was perfectly in view of the camera during the handshake.Credit: @SkySportsPL

Referee Jarred Gillett used a camera during the clash at Selhurst Park to give fans an insight into his point of view during the action.

The IFAB (International Football Association Board), the Premier League, PGMOL (Professional Game Match Officials Limited) and both clubs gave permission for the use of the camera.

Footage covers tunnel exits, pre-match handshakes and the coin toss between captains Joachim Andersen and Casemiro.

However, possibly the most interesting part of the footage showed a Palace penalty claim during the first half.

Tyrick Mitchell receives the ball from Eberechi Eze, passes to Kobbie Mainoo before being fouled in the box by Jonny Evans.

Gillett, who had a great view of the incident, quickly dismissed the cries of Palace fans and players, saying: “No, no, no way, no.”

“She ran into him because of me,” he added. “The attacker ran into Evans for me. That's how I read it.”

The match VAR then confirmed that a check was being carried out for a possible penalty, but nothing was given and play resumed.

Gillett's camera caught Palace's penalty claim as Mitchell went downCredit: @SkySportsPL

The referee quickly said it was not a penalty.Credit: @SkySportsPL

The VAR backed his decision and play was allowed to resume.Credit: @SkySportsPL

Gillett's camera is being used as part of a unique program being produced by Premier League Productions later this year.

It aims to help educate fans about the demands of refereeing in the Premier League and aim to improve respect for referees, as well as encouraging more people to become referees.

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Not only could a penalty check be seen, but the footage also showed the fast pace of the Premier League.

Fans got their first glimpse this past summer during preseason when Youri Tielemans was wearing a body camera in a friendly against Newcastle.

Unfortunately for United fans, the latest images released will be a reminder that their season has reached another low.

The defeat at Palace was their 13th in the Premier League this season and leaves them at risk of missing out on European qualification.

Your task will be even more difficult on Sunday afternoon when host Arsenala team that will chase title glory over the next week.

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