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‘A real good conclusion’ – O’Neil’s view on Diop escaping red card in Forest draw

Ipswich Town manager Gary O'Neil felt the officials made the right call when deciding not to send off Issa Diop in tonight's 1-1 home draw with Nottingham Forest.

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 10:06 PM
‘A real good conclusion’ – O’Neil’s view on Diop escaping red card in Forest draw
Key Things to Know
  • Gary O'Neil supported the referee's decision not to issue a red card to Issa Diop against Nottingham Forest.
  • Referee Thomas Bramall reviewed the foul on James McAtee via VAR before deciding to award only a yellow card.
  • Ipswich Town drew 1-1 with Nottingham Forest following goals from Neco Williams and Julio Enciso.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Ipswich Town manager Gary O'Neil backed the referee's decision not to send off Issa Diop during their 1-1 home draw against Nottingham Forest. After a VAR review, referee Thomas Bramall issued a yellow card instead of a red card for Diop's challenge on James McAtee, judging that McAtee was moving away from goal.

O'Neil argued that defender Leif Davis was in position to cover and prevent a clear goal-scoring opportunity. Nottingham Forest manager Oliver Glasner felt the incident looked like a red card during the match, but stated that his side had to accept the referee's call after Neco Williams and Julio Enciso exchanged goals.

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