Who is the referee for Arsenal vs Man United? Match officials and VAR appointments revealed

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The referee, VAR and match officials have been appointed ahead of Arsenal’s huge Premier League clash with Manchester United.

The Gunners head into the match hopeful of winning a third league match in a row, a fourth consecutive victory across all competitions.

It would mark a serious turning point for Mikel Arteta and his team, with momentum slowly shifting the way of Arsenal.

Their old rivals Manchester United will have something to say about that, with Ruben Amorim unbeaten in his first three games at the helm.

It remains to be seen if either can continue their recent form, but the referee and match officials are set to have a big say in this traditionally feisty tie.

So with that said, here’s a look at the appointments for Arsenal vs Manchester United.

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Who is the referee for Arsenal vs Manchester United?

The Premier League have announced the appointment of Sam Barrott as the main match official for Arsenal’s clash with Manchester United.

The referee has taken charge of eight Premier League games this season, one of which was the Gunners’ win over Leicester and another was the Red Devils beating Brentford.

Sam Barrott record vs Arsenal

In his career so far, Sam Barrott has only taken charge of three Arsenal games as his rise to the top was so quick.

The Gunners have managed to win all three of those games with the referee in charge, picking up just three bookings and no red cards.

Arteta will be looking to make that four out of four on Wednesday night, though there are no guarantees.

Sam Barrott record vs Manchester United

Sam Barrott has only taken charge of one Manchester United game so far in his career, which came earlier this season.

He was the main match official for the side’s clash with Brentford, which ended up as a win for the Red Devils.

It remains to be seen if their 100% win rate under the referee can continue in the same way Arsenal’s could.

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Who is on VAR and who are the match officials for Arsenal vs Man United?

Barrott won’t be alone in officiating the match at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday night, with his assistants on the sidelines set to help.

Lee Betts and Ian Hussin will be running the line, while Rob Jones will be the fourth official for the tie, controlling both dugouts.

The VAR will be Jarred Gillett while his assistant at Stockley Park is Adam Nunn.