With a place in the 2018 FA Cup Final secured, Manchester United will be looking to keep their hopes of finishing in second place, in the Premier League, on track this Sunday when Arsenal visit Old Trafford.
Following the news announced, last Friday, this will be Arsene Wenger’s last visit to Old Trafford as the Arsenal manager.
Although the rivalry, over the years has been intense, we’re sure the Frenchman will get a decent reception, from the Manchester United faithful, on Sunday.
Ahead of the game, we are now able to bring you the names of those chosen to officiate:
• Referee – Kevin Friend
• Assistant Referee – Simon Bennett
• Assistant Referee – Eddie Smart
• Fourth Official – Michael Oliver
With regards to the referee, Kevin Friend, he has taken charge of 30 games this season and has issued 60 yellow cards and 1 red card.
This season, Kevin Friend has taken charge of the following games involving Manchester United Football Club:
• 5 January – FA Cup – Manchester United 2 Derby County 0 – yellow cards issued 0, red cards issued 0
• 17 February – FA Cup – Huddersfield 0 Manchester United 2 – yellow cards issued 0, red cards issued 0
