Official who provided “massive service” in a Leicester City match this season appointed as VAR for the Man Utd clash.
Leicester City returns to Premier League action on Sunday, November 10th, facing Manchester United.
Leicester City enters their upcoming match in poor form, sitting 15th in the Premier League table.
This past weekend, they managed a disappointing 1-1 draw against Ipswich Town—a result they desperately needed to improve upon to steer clear of a relegation battle in the 2024/25 season.
Before this draw, manager Steve Cooper faced his former team Nottingham Forest, witnessing a heavy defeat in the Carabao Cup against their next opponents.
Last week, Leicester City was beaten 5-2 by Manchester United, who are likely eager to inflict another heavy loss on them.
In their last outing, Manchester United drew 1-1 with Chelsea, and their players will likely see this match against Leicester as a chance to impress their new manager.
As the match approaches, the Premier League has confirmed the officials for the upcoming gameweek, and Leicester fans can take comfort in the selection of VAR officials.
Jarred Gillett will oversee the video review process, supported by assistant Darren Cann.
Leicester has had a complicated history with Gillett, but he has been a positive influence this season.
He received commendations from former referee Dermot Gallagher for his decision to award a goal to Leicester during their 2-1 loss to Fulham at the end of August.
Gallagher praised Gillett’s work, stating, “It’s excellent work from the VAR.
When you see it, [Vardy] clearly plays no part in the incident. He’s peeling away and plays no part.
It’s a good header for the goal, and VAR has on this occasion done a massive service for the game.
The referee was led brilliantly by VAR Jarred Gillett.”
While Gillett will handle VAR duties, the match will be officiated by Peter Bankes, who has refereed six matches involving Leicester City, resulting in five victories and just one defeat for the Foxes.
In those encounters, Bankes has issued nine yellow cards to Leicester players but has not shown a red card.
Additionally, he awarded Leicester one penalty during the matches he officiated.
As Leicester prepares for this crucial fixture against Manchester United, the officials’ history could play a significant role in their performance.
