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Referee Michael Oliver was the centre of controversy during Wednesday's Merseyside derby(Image: Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images)

Days on from his controversial handling of Liverpool's dramatic draw with Everton, Michael Oliver returned to duty as VAR for both Brighton vs Chelsea and Aston Villa vs Ipswich Town.

The Seagulls cruised to victory in the end but actually received help from Oliver as he ruled out a goal against them that would have made it one goal apiece.

A Premier League Match Centre statement read: "The referee’s call of no goal following a foul for a push by Enzo Fernandez on Joel Veltman was checked and confirmed by VAR."

Liverpool may reminisce Wednesday's events, as they felt Oliver missed a push by Everton strike Beto on Ibrahima Konate in the 98th minute of the Goodison derby - one that allowed the ball to run to Tarkowski to fire in his volley.

VAR Chris Kavanagh saw no wrongdoing in the incident.

Moving on, Oliver was then VAR for Aston Villa's 1-1 draw with Ipswich Town.

The Tractor Boys were reduced to 10 men in the 40th minute - Axel Tuanzebe the man sent off.

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As it was referee Rob Jones' decision to award two yellow cards to the defender, Oliver as VAR was unable to review the dismissal, as is Premier League law around red cards and reviews.

No Match Centre statement was released, also as a result.

Whilst Oliver is able to continue his duties freely, the Reds continue to wait for a final verdict after both clubs, Slot and Hulshoff were charged by the FA for their part in the derby's chaos.

The clubs can be expected to receive fines whilst Slot faces an extended touchline ban as it is his second of the season.

The head coach is expected to be in the dugout for Sunday's Premier League meeting with Wolves.


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