Angel Di Maria had to be sent off by referee Michael Oliver for grabbing the official ’ s shirt after being correctly cautioned for simulation . The United player will be awaiting the reaction from the FA , who usually take a dim view of physical contact with officials . I hope there is not too strong a reaction as Di Maria ’ s touch was light and born of frustration rather than aggression . Angel di Maria was sent off following two bookings after pushing Premier League referee Michael Oliver . The Manchester United playmaker puts his hands on referee Oliver following his first yellow card for diving . Di Maria walks off the Old Trafford pitch following his red card as Manchester United were knocked out . As Oliver only gave a second yellow for the offence , the FA are unlikely to punish Di Maria further . Di Maria had been booked earlier for a dive . Oliver delivered a really impressive refereeing performance which belied his age ( 30 ) . He was consistent , strong and impartial throughout . The first serious foul brought a very early yellow card for Hector Bellerin though later Oliver showed tolerance when Bellerin just clipped Ashley Young , who demanded a second yellow card which was unsporting and unnecessary . Arsenal frontman Danny Welbeck had his shirt pulled by Manchester United defender Marcos Rojo . There was a clear pull on Welbeck 's shirt in the penalty area but Oliver decided against giving a penalty .
Angel di Maria was sent off after pulling at the shirt of Michael Oliver . The 30-year-old was correct to dismiss the Manchester star . Oliver gave an impressive performance and stepped up in a big game .