Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva avoided a second yellow card for a 'reckless' challenge on Dan Burn during their 2-1 Premier League victory over Newcastle. Silva, already booked, barged into Burn less than a minute later, with former referee Dermot Gallagher stating the challenge was reckless but the ball wasn't there.

This incident adds to a growing list of controversial decisions this season where Pep Guardiola's side escaped red cards. Silva's challenge followed similar incidents involving Phil Foden against Fulham, Rodri versus Tottenham, and Ruben Dias against Nottingham Forest. Gallagher believed Foden's tackle on Calvin Bassey warranted a red card, while he also thought Dias should have been sent off for fouling Igor Jesus.

James Trafford's debut for City also sparked debate when he handled outside his area and collided with Mohammed Kudus, with Gallagher suggesting it could have been a red card. These decisions have drawn criticism from opposing managers like Sean Dyche, who questioned the consistency of officiating. The latest controversy keeps City's title hopes alive but raises questions about refereeing standards in crucial Premier League matches.