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Red Card Controversy Mars Top-Tier Draw
25 Feb
Summary
- Millar's red card in 78th minute led to match controversy.
- Larne secured a 1-1 draw, maintaining top league position.
- Manager praised team's response despite player's sending off.
Larne manager Gary Haveron voiced strong opinions regarding referee Christopher Morrison's performance in his team's 1-1 draw against Linfield. Haveron felt the referee was overly eager to issue a red card to midfielder Leroy Millar in the 78th minute.
Millar, who had opened the scoring for Larne in the first half, was dismissed for a lunging tackle. Haveron noted that Millar had been performing well prior to the incident, and expressed disappointment that the red card impacted the game. He indicated a review of the tackle would take place.
The draw resulted in Larne extending their lead at the top of the league table by three points over Coleraine, with Linfield two points further back. Haveron acknowledged recent disappointing performances but was satisfied with his squad's response against Linfield, emphasizing their commitment to the club.
