'The most sterile game there is' - another controversial day for VAR
Summary
In recent Premier League matches, the video assistant referee (VAR) system has sparked controversy due to decisions that affected game outcomes. Burnley's manager, Scott Parker, expressed frustration over VAR's influence on football after his team lost to Manchester United following a late penalty decision. Similar VAR issues occurred in the match between Chelsea and Fulham.Key Facts
- Burnley lost to Manchester United after a late penalty was awarded via VAR.
- The penalty was given after the referee reviewed video footage of a foul.
- Burnley had a goal disallowed for offside earlier in the match due to VAR.
- Chelsea's match against Fulham also had VAR controversies, with a goal disallowed.
- Fulham's manager criticized the VAR decision that canceled a goal due to a foul.
- The controversies have sparked discussions on VAR's impact on football games.
- Scott Parker commented that VAR checks might soon stop fans from celebrating goals confidently.
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