Forgotten ex-England and Premier League star, 33, unrecognisable with top knot as he’s sent off using new VAR protocol

A FORMER Premier League star was sent off following a VAR trial in Australia this week.

The 33-year-old defender was playing for Sydney FC in an A-League match against Central Coast Mariners when a high challenge was reviewed by the referee.

GettyA former Premier League defender was sent off in a unique VAR check this week[/caption] GettyThe referee addressed the crowd and players before brandishing the red card[/caption]

After visiting the pitchside monitor, as part of a trial...