Premier League have just announced the shocking VAR Error By referees of Chelsea vs Brighton- PGMOL under scrutiny over surprising VAR mistake made by The Referee during the Chelsea vs Brentford match not awarding Marc Cucurella a Penalty after a harsh tackle
The use of VAR (Video Assistant Referee) in the Premier League has once again come under scrutiny after a bizarre ruling in the Chelsea vs Brighton match. Initially, a penalty was awarded to Chelsea after Marc Cucurella was deemed to have been fouled by Facundo Buonanotte. However, replays showed that Buonanotte had made a clean tackle, prompting VAR to intervene and ask referee Michael Salisbury to review the decision. Salisbury overturned the penalty, but instead of awarding a corner kick to Chelsea, he opted for a drop ball. This decision has sparked confusion and outrage among fans, with many taking to social media to express their disbelief.
Fans are questioning the logic behind not awarding a corner kick to Chelsea, with one fan stating, “Good call, not a penalty, but should have been a corner to Chelsea. Why the f*** is it not a corner if it’s not a penalty?” Another fan added, “They still get it wrong even when VAR works ‘right’.” The controversy has reignited the debate over the use of VAR in the Premier League, with clubs set to vote on its future.
Additionally, it’s worth noting that the incident has highlighted the need for clearer guidelines and consistency in VAR decision-making. The fact that fans and pundits alike are still unsure about the rules and their application suggests that there is still much work to be done to ensure that VAR is used effectively and fairly in the Premier League. As one fan succinctly put it, “Chelsea doesn’t get a penalty, they get a corner. It’s very clear.” The Premier League must take steps to address these issues and ensure that VAR is used to enhance the game, rather than cause confusion and controversy.
