Ten Hag blasts 'inconsistent' referees as Manchester United held by Southampton

The United boss wasn't happy about the decision to send off Casemiro in the first half.

SEEING RED: Manchester United's Casemiro is consoled by Antony after being sent off during the Premier League match at Old Trafford, Manchester. Picture date: Sunday March 12, 2023.

Erik ten Hag leaped to the defence of his midfielder Casemiro after Manchester United lost ground in the chase for a top-four finish, accusing the Premier League of double standards.

The Brazilian, a player who has for so long embodied the improvements made by United under ten Hag, again let down his manager and team-mates at Old Trafford as, for the second time in five weeks, he was shown a straight red card.