Darren Cann
Darren Cann is a former Premier League referee known for his insightful analysis of officiating decisions in football. After retiring from officiating, he has contributed to various media outlets, providing expert commentary on controversial calls and the use of VAR technology in the sport. Recently, Cann criticized the decision to not issue a red card to Manchester United's Diogo Dalot during a match against Manchester City, highlighting the complexities of officiating in high-stakes games.
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Darren Cann was speaking to BBC Sport's Dale Johnson about the pressures faced by referees.
I've been a World Cup official - I promise you there is no favouritism
United Kingdom· 2026-07-19
Cann provided insights on the offside decision during the match.
World Cup 2026: Huge VAR call prolongs Ronaldo's last dance but ends Modric'sUnited Kingdom· 2026-07-03
Former Premier League assistant referee Darren Cann shared his views on the decision.
World Cup 2026: VAR costs Germany in loss to Paraguay on penaltiesUnited Kingdom· 2026-06-30
Former World Cup assistant referee Darren Cann commented on the VAR decisions during the matches.
World Cup 2026: Has VAR become a lottery?United Kingdom· 2026-06-26
Darren Cann stated that it was not a foul.
ভিনির গোল কেন বাতিল হয়েছিল, সত্যিই কি ফাউল ছিল
Bangladesh· 2026-06-25
Darren Cann, a former assistant referee from the English Premier League, stated that something needs to be done about the chaos during corners.
Како можат фудбалските законодавци да го решат хаосот со корнерите?
North Macedonia· 2026-03-04
Darren Cann said despite Barnes' handball being accidental, it was 'correctly disallowed'.
Burnley 3-4 Brentford: How VAR denied one of the greatest Premier League comebacksUnited Kingdom· 2026-02-28
Cann supported the officials' decision regarding the handball incident.
Arsenal held to goalless draw at Nottingham Forest - but should Gunners have been awarded penalty?United Kingdom· 2026-01-18
Darren Cann thought Dalot was very fortunate to escape a red card.
Man Utd 2-0 Man City: Pep Guardiola refuses to blame officials after lossUnited Kingdom· 2026-01-17
