Coventry Fans Furious After Controversial Red Card Sparks Officiating Row

Coventry Fans Furious After Controversial Red Card Sparks Officiating Row
Coventry City supporters have erupted in anger following a hugely controversial decision that has reignited debate over EFL Championship officiating.

The flashpoint came after Jay Da Silva’s challenge on Wellington was reviewed, with officials judging the incident harshly and issuing a red card — a decision that has left fans and pundits stunned. Clear footage circulating online appears to show minimal contact, prompting widespread claims that the tackle was “never a foul.”
“How on earth will that be a red card?” one supporter questioned, while another fumed: “We were clearly cheated.”

Others went further, branding it “poor EFL Championship officiating” and accusing match officials of influencing the title race.
Social media has been flooded with slowed-down clips of the incident, with Coventry fans insisting the decision unfairly damaged their momentum in a crucial phase of the season. Many believe the call could have serious implications for the Championship title race, with some even claiming the league wants Coventry “out of the race.”

The club has so far remained silent, but pressure is mounting on the EFL and PGMOL to review the incident and provide clarity on how the decision was reached. Calls for greater consistency — and transparency — in refereeing have grown louder as frustration continues to boil over among supporters.
With emotions running high and the footage continuing to spread, this incident is unlikely to fade quietly, adding yet another chapter to the ongoing debate around officiating standards in the Championship.