This appointment made him one of very few non-FIFA referees to control both major English Cup Finals. In the 78th minute of normal time he sent off Kevin Moran of Manchester United after a foul on Everton's Peter Reid  away from goal.
His appointment positioned him among the select group of non-FIFA officials who oversaw both prominent English Cup tournaments. At the 78th minute of regular play, he expelled Kevin Moran of Manchester United following a foul committed by Everton's Peter Reid outside the penalty area.