Hibernian chiefs today received an apology after a 'serious error' in VAR protocol in the match against Aberdeen.

Easter Road officials believed a major decision was overlooked in the 2-2 draw at Pittdorie when a Jordan Obita cross hit the arm of Nick Devlin.

During the match the incident was waved away and referee David Munro was not advised to review the decision at the pitchside monitor.

Club officials held meetings with the Scottish FA at Hampden on Monday to challenge the decision.

And the club received an apology for the incorrect decision with the Referee Department agreeing the incident should have been referred for an on-field review.

A Hibs statement confirmed the club would continue to work with the Scottish FA regarding officiating after receiving another apology for VAR errors.

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A club statement read: "Hibernian FC met with Scottish FA representatives following the club’s cinch Premiership match away at Aberdeen (17 February, 2024).

"Upon review of the game, the club believes VAR made a serious error in the first half when Jordan Obita’s cross hit the arm of Aberdeen defender Nicky Devlin.

"The incident was reviewed by VAR, and the referee was advised that the on-field decision was correct, meaning no penalty was awarded.

"The club held meetings with the Scottish FA at Hampden earlier today (19 February) to challenge the decision. The governing body outlined that the Referee Department agreed that the incident should have been referred by VAR for On-Field Review, and therefore an error was made.

"This is not the first occasion where the cllub has received an apology for VAR errors, and the club will continue to work with the Scottish FA regarding officiating in the Scottish game."