Premier League forced to issue statement after Christian Norgaard red card against Everton

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Brentford captain Christian Norgaard was sent off for a high tackle on Everton’s Jordan Pickford. Referee Chris Kavanagh initially did not give a foul, but VAR Anthony Backhouse intervened, leading to a red card for Norgaard. The decision caused frustration in the Brentford dugout, with manager Thomas Frank booked for his protests. The Premier League confirmed the red card was for serious foul play after an on-field review.