tl.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

In a recent Premier League match at Brighton, VAR once again became a focal point after a controversial decision overturned a Chelsea penalty. The incident occurred during the first half when Chelsea’s Marc Cucurella was involved in a challenge with Brighton’s Facundo Buonanotte. Initially, the referee awarded a penalty to Chelsea, suggesting that Buonanotte had fouled Cucurella.

However, upon reviewing replays, it became apparent that Buonanotte had executed a well-timed tackle, cleanly winning the ball. This prompted the VAR team to intervene, asking the on-field referee, Michael Salisbury, to review the incident at the pitch-side monitor. After reviewing the footage, Salisbury reversed his initial decision, concluding that there was no foul.

Interestingly, instead of awarding Chelsea a corner kick, which many assumed would be the logical outcome since the ball had last been played by a Brighton player, Salisbury opted for a drop ball. This decision added an extra layer of confusion and controversy to the already contentious VAR intervention.

The situation sparked a considerable reaction among fans and pundits on social media, with many expressing their bewilderment and frustration. Some pointed out that even when VAR corrected one mistake, it seemed to introduce another by not awarding a corner. One user on X (formerly Twitter) commented, “Good call, not a penalty, but should have been a corner to Chelsea.” Another added, “Why the f*** is it not a corner if it’s not a penalty? They still get it wrong even when VAR works ‘right.’”

The debate around the referee’s decisions was amplified by the timing of a forthcoming vote by Premier League clubs on whether to continue using VAR, highlighting the ongoing dissatisfaction and controversy surrounding the technology’s impact on the game.

Despite the controversy, Chelsea managed to take the lead shortly after the half-hour mark with a spectacular header from Cole Palmer, who connected perfectly with a cross from Cucurella. This goal highlighted the intense and competitive nature of the match, underscoring the high stakes and emotions involved.

The incident and its aftermath are likely to fuel further discussions about VAR’s role in football, its effectiveness, and how it can be improved to support rather than complicate decision-making in the sport. As the Premier League considers the future of VAR, incidents like these will undoubtedly influence the opinions and votes of the involved clubs.