Simon Hooper has been named as referee for Albion's game at Everton.

The Wiltshire official acted as VAR during the Seagulls’ controversial 3-2 home defeat by Manchester United.

His role in referee Chris Kavanagh’s decision to cancel a penalty awarded to the home side was later called into question by ex-ref Peter Walton on BT Sport.

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Kevin Friend will be studying video at Stockley Park on this occasion.

Hooper will be at the Amex tonight as fourth official when Graham Scott takes charge of the Carabao Cup tie versus United.