The Football Association (FA) has had to change the referee for the Community Shield match between Manchester United and Manchester City.
John Brooks was originally set to officiate the game at Wembley, but a minor injury has led to his replacement by Jarred Gillett.
Gillett, who was initially appointed as the fourth official, will now be the main referee. Sam Barrott will take over as the fourth official, with Adrian Holmes and Nick Greenhalgh serving as Gillett’s assistants.
Peter Bankes will oversee VAR duties at Stockley Park, supported by Sian Massey-Ellis and Tim Robinson.Gillett, who was initially appointed as the fourth official, will now be the main referee. Sam Barrott will take over as the fourth official, with Adrian Holmes and Nick Greenhalgh serving as Gillett’s assistants.
Peter Bankes will oversee VAR duties at Stockley Park, supported by Sian Massey-Ellis and Tim Robinson.
The Community Shield is considered the traditional curtain raiser for the new season, featuring Premier League champions Manchester City against FA Cup winners Manchester United.
