Cesar Azpilicueta bemoans the use of VAR during Chelsea's defeat by Manchester United
5 years, 1 month ago

Cesar Azpilicueta bemoans the use of VAR during Chelsea's defeat by Manchester United

Daily Mail  

Cesar Azpilicueta hit out at VAR after Chelsea saw two goals disallowed as they slipped to defeat by Manchester United at Stamford Bridge. Anthony Martial headed the visitors in front just before the break with Harry Maguire sealing the victory in the second half, but Zouma had an equalising goal chalked off for a perceived foul by Azpilicueta on Brandon Williams and 10 minutes before the end Olivier Giroud was ruled out for offside. Cesar Azpilicueta was left furious by two VAR decisions to disallow Chelsea goals Azpilicueta: 'With VAR, what disappoints me is the big decisions are taken by a referee in a monitor. Kurt Zouma swept the ball home but Azpiliceuta was penalised for fouling Brandon Williams The hosts then had a second goal ruled out for a marginal offside against Olivier Giroud In the Sky Sports studio, Jamie Carragher added: 'I don’t think there’s too much in the push on Azpilicueta.

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Premier League releases VAR statement on Everton’s overturned penalty against Manchester United
1 month ago

Premier League releases VAR statement on Everton’s overturned penalty against Manchester United

The Independent  

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Where is the VAR? – Villa boss Unai Emery fumes over penalty incident at Forest
3 months, 1 week ago

Where is the VAR? – Villa boss Unai Emery fumes over penalty incident at Forest

The Independent  

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Serie A 2024-25: Napoli boss Conte left fuming with VAR in Inter stalemate
4 months, 1 week ago

Serie A 2024-25: Napoli boss Conte left fuming with VAR in Inter stalemate

The Hindu  

Napoli coach Antonio Conte criticised the Video Assistant Referee for not intervening to reverse a penalty that Inter Milan’s Hakan Calhanoglu eventually missed in their 1-1 draw on Sunday. While Turkey midfielder Calhanoglu failed to convert from the spot, Napoli manager Conte criticised the VAR for not overruling the referee’s decision to penalise Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa for a foul on …

VAR controversially disallows Aston Villa's opener against Bournemouth - as the Premier League claim 'factual evidence' proves the decision was correct
4 months, 3 weeks ago

VAR controversially disallows Aston Villa's opener against Bournemouth - as the Premier League claim 'factual evidence' proves the decision was correct

Daily Mail  

Aston Villa were left outraged by the decision to disallow their goal against Bournemouth after the ball was ruled to have gone out of play in the build up. Former Premier League referee Mike Dean, having initially believed the ball had stayed in play, conceded that it was too close to call. Aston Villa were denied an early lead against …

Bristol City boss wants VAR in the Championship after controversial Swansea goal is allowed to stand
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Bristol City boss wants VAR in the Championship after controversial Swansea goal is allowed to stand

Daily Mail  

Bristol City manager Liam Manning has called on the EFL to introduce Video Assistant Referees into the Championship. Manning made the plea after seeing his team concede a controversial goal during Sunday's 1-1 draw away at Swansea City. Ben Cabango tapped home at the far post from an Eom Ji-sung corner kick in the 15th minute after Swansea forward Ronald …

Alejandro Garnacho goal ruled out for one of the most bizarre offside calls you'll see as unlucky Joshua Zirkzee suffers nightmare moment in Man United loss to Brighton
7 months ago

Alejandro Garnacho goal ruled out for one of the most bizarre offside calls you'll see as unlucky Joshua Zirkzee suffers nightmare moment in Man United loss to Brighton

Daily Mail  

Alejandro Garnacho thought he had put Manchester United in front after slotting home a seamless forward move by the Red Devils to put them 2-1 up against Brighton. But unfortunately Joshua Zirkzee found himself in the wrong place at the right time to get in the way of the shots trajectory and record one of the wildest offside calls ever …

Furious Andoni Iraola accuses Kai Havertz of diving as he bemoans VAR decisions after Bournemouth's 3-0 defeat by Arsenal... but admits the Gunners 'deserved to win'
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Furious Andoni Iraola accuses Kai Havertz of diving as he bemoans VAR decisions after Bournemouth's 3-0 defeat by Arsenal... but admits the Gunners 'deserved to win'

Daily Mail  

Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola bemoaned two controversial VAR decisions that succumbed his side to defeat by Arsenal. Kai Havertz was awarded a penalty by referee David Coote after making contact with goalkeeper Mark Travers in the area, before hitting the ground. Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola bemoaned two VAR decisions after defeat at Arsenal Kai Havertz was awarded a penalty by …

Rio Ferdinand insists Chelsea should have had TWO spot-kicks in 4-1 defeat at Liverpool: 'How has VAR not seen that? Those penalties could have changed the nature of the game'
1 year, 1 month ago

Rio Ferdinand insists Chelsea should have had TWO spot-kicks in 4-1 defeat at Liverpool: 'How has VAR not seen that? Those penalties could have changed the nature of the game'

Daily Mail  

Will Sir Jim Ratcliffe dip into his pockets to sign players for Manchester United? It's All Kicking Off Transfer Week podcast He felt those opportunities could have changed the nature of the 4-1 game Rio Ferdinand says VAR were wrong to deny Chelsea two penalties during their 4-1 defeat to Liverpool on Wednesday and said those calls could have changed …

VAR ‘over-reffed the moment’ – Sean Dyche unhappy with disallowed Everton goal
1 year, 3 months ago

VAR ‘over-reffed the moment’ – Sean Dyche unhappy with disallowed Everton goal

The Independent  

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Referees chief Howard Webb stands by VAR decision on controversial Newcastle goal against Arsenal
1 year, 4 months ago

Referees chief Howard Webb stands by VAR decision on controversial Newcastle goal against Arsenal

The Independent  

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Ange Postecoglou admits Tottenham's chaotic defeat by Chelsea spiralled 'out of control' while claiming VAR is 'eroding the authority of referees' after officials disallowed FIVE goals
1 year, 4 months ago

Ange Postecoglou admits Tottenham's chaotic defeat by Chelsea spiralled 'out of control' while claiming VAR is 'eroding the authority of referees' after officials disallowed FIVE goals

Daily Mail  

Tottenham head coach Ange Postecoglou believes Monday night's chaotic defeat to Chelsea spiralled ‘out of control’ following another night of refereeing controversy. The clash saw five goals disallowed through VAR, Cristian Romero and Destiny Odogie sent off for Spurs, Postecoglou booked and Micky van de Ven suffer a ‘significant’ hamstring injury. Ange Postecoglou cut a pensive figure after his side …

Ange Postecoglou reacts to VAR calls as Spurs earn two red cards in defeat to Chelsea
1 year, 4 months ago

Ange Postecoglou reacts to VAR calls as Spurs earn two red cards in defeat to Chelsea

The Independent  

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Sean Dyche hits out at referee over ‘bizarre’ decision in loss to Liverpool
1 year, 5 months ago

Sean Dyche hits out at referee over ‘bizarre’ decision in loss to Liverpool

The Independent  

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Steps Taken to Avoid Repeat of Liverpool VAR Error: Referee Howard Webb
1 year, 5 months ago

Steps Taken to Avoid Repeat of Liverpool VAR Error: Referee Howard Webb

News 18  

Referees chief Howard Webb said steps have been taken to ensure there is no repeat of the VAR error that saw a legitimate Liverpool goal against Tottenham Hotspur disallowed. The Professional Game Match Officials Limited admitted that VAR got the offside decision wrong when Luis Diaz scored what should have been the opening goal in a 2-1 loss for the …

Webb: Steps taken to avoid repeat of Liverpool VAR error
1 year, 5 months ago

Webb: Steps taken to avoid repeat of Liverpool VAR error

The Hindu  

Referees chief Howard Webb said steps have been taken to ensure there is no repeat of the VAR error that saw a legitimate Liverpool goal against Tottenham Hotspur disallowed. The Professional Game Match Officials Limited admitted that VAR got the offside decision wrong when Luis Diaz scored what should have been the opening goal in a 2-1 loss for the …

Referees governing body announces changes to VAR protocols after fallout from Diaz’s disallowed goal
1 year, 5 months ago

Referees governing body announces changes to VAR protocols after fallout from Diaz’s disallowed goal

The Hindu  

The governing body for England’s referees will introduce changes to VAR following the errors that led to Luis Diaz’s disallowed goal for Liverpool against Tottenham last weekend. RELATED | Manchester United risks early Champions League exit after Galatasaray defeat “We recognize standards fell short of expectations and acknowledged the error to Liverpool immediately after the conclusion of the fixture,” the …

Referees governing body announces changes to VAR protocols after fallout from Diaz’s disallowed goal
1 year, 5 months ago

Referees governing body announces changes to VAR protocols after fallout from Diaz’s disallowed goal

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — The governing body for England’s referees will introduce changes to VAR following the errors that led to Luiz Diaz’s disallowed goal for Liverpool against Tottenham last weekend. It added that it had made “key learnings to mitigate against the risk of a future error.” PGMOL said a new VAR Communication Protocol would be developed to improve communication …

VAR officials involved in Liverpool error not selected for weekend games
1 year, 5 months ago

VAR officials involved in Liverpool error not selected for weekend games

The Hindu  

The Video Assistant Referee officials involved when Liverpool was wrongly denied a goal in Saturday’s 2-1 Premier League defeat at Tottenham Hotspur have not been included for this weekend in the list of officials released on Tuesday. The referees’ body, Professional Game Match Officials Limited, admitted it was the wrong decision to disallow Luis Diaz’s effort, blaming human error, and …

VAR was supposed to cut out errors. Now the integrity of the Premier League is in question
1 year, 5 months ago

VAR was supposed to cut out errors. Now the integrity of the Premier League is in question

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — VAR was supposed to put an end to all of this. On Saturday, however, Liverpool became the latest team to count the cost of an error by Premier League officials, with the club raising questions about “sporting integrity” after its 2-1 loss at Tottenham. The fallout from Luis Diaz’s wrongly disallowed goal in that match resulted in …

Every VAR apology so far: From Liverpool offside to Man City handball
1 year, 5 months ago

Every VAR apology so far: From Liverpool offside to Man City handball

The Independent  

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VAR officials who made Liverpool error took charge of UAE match just 48 hours before
1 year, 5 months ago

VAR officials who made Liverpool error took charge of UAE match just 48 hours before

The Independent  

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VAR officials who missed Liverpool’s ‘onside’ goal to be replaced
1 year, 5 months ago

VAR officials who missed Liverpool’s ‘onside’ goal to be replaced

The Independent  

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VAR officials replaced after offside error in Liverpool defeat
1 year, 5 months ago

VAR officials replaced after offside error in Liverpool defeat

The Hindu  

Video Assistant Referee officials Darren England and Dan Cook have been replaced for two games this matchweek after Liverpool wrongly had a goal disallowed in its 2-1 Premier League defeat at Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday. The referees’ body, the Professional Game Match Officials Limited, later admitted it was the wrong decision to disallow Diaz’s effort, blaming human error, and “should …

Explained: The Luis Diaz VAR error in Tottenham v Liverpool
1 year, 5 months ago

Explained: The Luis Diaz VAR error in Tottenham v Liverpool

New York Times  

Editor’s note: This article was updated after Liverpool released a statement calling for “full transparency” In the 34th minute of Liverpool’s game at Tottenham on Saturday, Luis Diaz was played through on goal by Mohamed Salah. Shortly after the match finished, PGMOL, the body responsible for match officials across the English professional game, said that a “significant human error” had …

VAR’s disaster weekend: The decisions that cost Arsenal, Brighton and Chelsea in the Premier League
2 years, 1 month ago

VAR’s disaster weekend: The decisions that cost Arsenal, Brighton and Chelsea in the Premier League

The Independent  

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Pep Guardiola fumes after VAR controversy sparks Manchester United win
2 years, 2 months ago

Pep Guardiola fumes after VAR controversy sparks Manchester United win

The Hindu  

Pep Guardiola was left fuming by the controversial VAR decision to allow a Bruno Fernandes goal that sparked Manchester United’s thrilling fightback in its 2-1 win over Manchester City on Saturday. Although the goal was initially disallowed, it was eventually allowed to stand after a VAR check because Rashford didn’t touch the ball before Fernandes scored. With Guardiola and his …

Antonio Conte hits out at VAR after Emerson Royal's red card
2 years, 5 months ago

Antonio Conte hits out at VAR after Emerson Royal's red card

Daily Mail  

Antonio Conte has bemoaned the VAR process in English football after Emerson Royal's sending off in their 3-1 defeat at Arsenal on Saturday. Emerson Royal was sent off in the North London derby for a challenge on Gabriel Martinelli The sending off had an enormous bearing on the overall result, with Granit Xhaka settling the affair shortly after with a …

Explained: The contentious call during United-Arsenal clash that has contributed to debate against VAR
2 years, 6 months ago

Explained: The contentious call during United-Arsenal clash that has contributed to debate against VAR

Firstpost  

Controversy erupted during United’s home meeting with the Gunners when Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli’s goal was disallowed by the VAR in the first half of the marquee clash. Controversy erupted during United’s home meeting with the Gunners when Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli’s goal was disallowed by the VAR in the first half of the marquee clash, which United won 3-1 …

Graeme Souness says VAR was RIGHT to deny West Ham their equaliser
2 years, 6 months ago

Graeme Souness says VAR was RIGHT to deny West Ham their equaliser

Daily Mail  

Graeme Souness insists VAR made the correct decision to disallow West Ham United's second goal in their 2-1 defeat to Chelsea on Saturday. Graeme Souness insists VAR made the correct decision to disallow West Ham's second goal West Ham players furiously protested against the decision as they narrowly lost 2-1 to Chelsea 🚷 “First of all, Jarrod Bowen stumbles prior …

Premier League to review controversial VAR decisions as a matter of ‘priority’
2 years, 6 months ago

Premier League to review controversial VAR decisions as a matter of ‘priority’

The Independent  

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Steven Gerrard: Aston Villa boss bemoans VAR decision in Crystal Palace defeat
2 years, 7 months ago

Steven Gerrard: Aston Villa boss bemoans VAR decision in Crystal Palace defeat

The Independent  

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Everton: Frank Lampard blasts VAR decision not to give the Toffees penalty for Rodri's handball
3 years ago

Everton: Frank Lampard blasts VAR decision not to give the Toffees penalty for Rodri's handball

Daily Mail  

Frank Lampard accused VAR official Chris Kavanagh of ‘incompetence at best’ after Everton were controversially denied a late penalty on Saturday night. City left Goodison Park with three points after Phil Foden’s winner but Lampard was left ruing bad luck in an explosive outburst. Frank Lampard slammed VAR as incompetent after the decision not to award Everton a penalty Rodri …

Pundits agree that VAR should have ruled out West Ham's opener against Leeds
3 years, 2 months ago

Pundits agree that VAR should have ruled out West Ham's opener against Leeds

Daily Mail  

Jermaine Beckford and Jermain Defoe have agreed that West Ham's opener against Leeds in the FA Cup should not have stood. There was a lengthy VAR check though for Jarrod Bowen's involvement in the goal before Lanzini struck the ball into the net. Manuel Lanzini gave West Ham the lead against Leeds in their Third Round FA Cup clash ITV …

Arsenal bemoan VAR inconsistency after City defeat
3 years, 2 months ago

Arsenal bemoan VAR inconsistency after City defeat

The Hindu  

Arsenal assistant manager Albert Stuivenberg and goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale called for more consistency in the use of pitchside VAR monitor checks for penalties after their 2-1 Premier League home defeat by Manchester City on Saturday. Arsenal took the lead through Bukayo Saka and the visitor equalised with a penalty when Granit Xhaka was adjudged to have fouled City's Bernardo Silva …

Rio Ferdinand left 'confused' by VAR usage in Arsenal defeat to Manchester City
3 years, 2 months ago

Rio Ferdinand left 'confused' by VAR usage in Arsenal defeat to Manchester City

Daily Mail  

Rio Ferdinand admitted to being left 'confused' by VAR after two contentious penalty decisions went against Arsenal in their 2-1 defeat to Manchester City. Arsenal didn't get a penalty when Martin Odegaard went down under challenge from Man City goalkeeper Ederson during the first-half, with Stuart Attwell not checking the VAR monitor But Attwell was advised to check the screen …

Premier League: Struggling Southampton Rue VAR Decisions after Aston Villa Defeat
4 years, 1 month ago

Premier League: Struggling Southampton Rue VAR Decisions after Aston Villa Defeat

News 18  

Southampton were left rueing two VAR decisions as they lost 1-0 at home to Aston Villa on Saturday, but midfielder James Ward-Prowse refused to blame the officiating for their third straight defeat. “We have not had time to look at them back but VAR is there for a reason and gives the correct answer, but we can’t focus on that,” …

VAR Out? Premier League Football’s Most Controversial Calls By Technology This Season, Thus Far
4 years, 3 months ago

VAR Out? Premier League Football’s Most Controversial Calls By Technology This Season, Thus Far

News 18  

Clear and obvious, a phrase often used when there is a debate about VAR in football. As we roll towards the halfway mark of the Premier League football season in England and as the fans slowly return to the stadiums to cheer their teams after a dreadful year away because of the Coronavirus pandemic, VAR continues to be at the …

More VAR Dramas As Liverpool Draw With Midtjylland In The UEFA Champions League
4 years, 3 months ago

More VAR Dramas As Liverpool Draw With Midtjylland In The UEFA Champions League

News 18  

Liverpool were denied a late winner and had a confusing penalty awarded against them as VAR, or video assistant referee, shenanigans were at it again. After the Reds had taken the lead early on thanks to a Mohammed Salah goal, a penalty was given for Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher’s foul on Anders Dreyer, even though the linesman had flagged for …

Lampard annoyed Chelsea was denied penalty for Maguire 'headlock'
4 years, 4 months ago

Lampard annoyed Chelsea was denied penalty for Maguire 'headlock'

The Hindu  

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard said he was frustrated and confused that his team was denied a penalty in Saturday's 0-0 Premier League draw at Manchester United. Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta was grabbed by his United counterpart Harry Maguire when challenging for a header in the first half but the Video Assistant Referee dismissed the London club's penalty claims after reviewing …

Liverpool demand REVIEW into the use of VAR with club angered by decisions in Merseyside derby
4 years, 5 months ago

Liverpool demand REVIEW into the use of VAR with club angered by decisions in Merseyside derby

Daily Mail  

Liverpool took the extraordinary step of demanding the Premier League explain the two hugely contentious VAR decisions which cost them victory in a thrilling Merseyside derby. Liverpool requested a review into the use of VAR after controversy in the Merseyside derby Jordan Pickford's reckless lunge on Virgil van Dijk after only six minutes had gone unpunished And there was incredulity …

Liverpool seek review of application of VAR after controversial decisions in derby
4 years, 5 months ago

Liverpool seek review of application of VAR after controversial decisions in derby

The Independent  

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Premier League: VAR foils Liverpool in Merseyside Derby draw with Everton
4 years, 5 months ago

Premier League: VAR foils Liverpool in Merseyside Derby draw with Everton

The Hindu  

Liverpool was foiled by VAR as they were held to a 2-2 Premier League derby draw with Everton at Goodison Park on Saturday after a late effort from Jordan Henderson was ruled out. Liverpool suffered a blow, though, eight minutes later when defender Virgil van Dijk went off injured after a reckless challenge from Everton keeper Jordan Pickford. Liverpool was …

Southampton Boss Ralph Hasenhuettl Hails Better Use of VAR Despite Loss to Crystal Palace
4 years, 6 months ago

Southampton Boss Ralph Hasenhuettl Hails Better Use of VAR Despite Loss to Crystal Palace

News 18  

The Video Assistant Referee came in for rare praise after Crystal Palace’s 1-0 home win over Southampton on Saturday, as Saints boss Ralph Hasenhuettl heaved a sigh of relief after defender Kyle Walker-Peters’ red card was rescinded. Walker-Peters was harshly dismissed for a high challenge on Tyrick Mitchell in the second half but referee Jon Moss changed it to a …

Cesar Azpilicueta refuses to blame the referee after Chelsea's FA Cup final defeat by Arsenal
4 years, 7 months ago

Cesar Azpilicueta refuses to blame the referee after Chelsea's FA Cup final defeat by Arsenal

Daily Mail  

Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta refused to blame referee Anthony Taylor for his side's FA Cup final defeat by Arsenal. The official harshly gave Mateo Kovacic a second yellow card in the 73rd minute and left the Blues with an uphill task of overturning a 2-1 deficit with just over 15 minutes remaining. Christian Pulisic had given Frank Lampard's side an …

Solskjaer hits back at Lampard over VAR narrative
4 years, 8 months ago

Solskjaer hits back at Lampard over VAR narrative

The Hindu  

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has hit back at Frank Lampard after his Chelsea counterpart suggested Video Assistant Referees have favoured United this season. Lampard said United benefited from contentious VAR decisions and poor on-pitch decisions, commenting on how a “clear and obvious decision” went their way on Thursday when Crystal Palace's Wilfried Zaha was fouled but no penalty …

FA Cup: Would be nice if VAR worked in our favour, says Frank Lampard
4 years, 8 months ago

FA Cup: Would be nice if VAR worked in our favour, says Frank Lampard

India TV News  

Frank Lampard feels Manchester United have been getting favourable decisions from Virtual Assistant Referee in recent matches and hopes it gives decision in Chelsea's favour during the upcoming FA Cup semifinal between the two teams on Sunday. Chelsea have been defeated by Manchester United three times already this season and Lampard hopes he can end his personal rut against Ole …

Former referee says VAR decisions in Premier League were wrong
4 years, 8 months ago

Former referee says VAR decisions in Premier League were wrong

The Hindu  

A former referee who is assigned to provide guidance to the media on video reviews in the Premier League said that the technology got it mostly wrong during the Thursday matches. Dermot Gallagher said in his Ref Watch column for Sky Sports that Manchester United and Southampton should not have been awarded penalties, and that Tottenham should have been given …

Frank Lampard wants 'collective sit-down' over VAR controversies
4 years, 8 months ago

Frank Lampard wants 'collective sit-down' over VAR controversies

The Hindu  

Apart from Liverpool wrapping up the Premier League title the only other inevitability about the restart of the season has been the VAR controversy, and this week has provided it in spades. West Ham United manager David Moyes was “spewing” after Tomas Soucek's strike was chalked off for an offside decision that took close to four minutes for VAR to …

VAR bad for the game, says Mourinho after 3-1 defeat
4 years, 8 months ago

VAR bad for the game, says Mourinho after 3-1 defeat

The Hindu  

Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho questioned the point of having referees on the pitch and said VAR was bad for the game after his side was the victim of a controversially disallowed equaliser in a 3-1 defeat at Sheffield United on Thursday. “I think the referee should always be the man on the pitch and the man in the office …

Micah Richards slams VAR's 'crazy' decision to award Manchester City a spot kick against Burnley
4 years, 9 months ago

Micah Richards slams VAR's 'crazy' decision to award Manchester City a spot kick against Burnley

Daily Mail  

Micah Richards has questioned VAR's decision to award Manchester City a penalty in their clash with Burnley. Sergio Aguero was felled in the box after being tackled by Burnley defender Ben Mee, with referee Andre Marriner initially deciding against awarding a spot kick to the hosts. Ben Mee was penalised by the video assistant referee after this tackle on Sergio …

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