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11 results for “VAR Controversy”

Arsenal’s VAR penalty denial and Rice’s fitness: Arteta confronts the night’s controversies
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Arsenal’s VAR penalty denial and Rice’s fitness: Arteta confronts the night’s controversies

Mikel Arteta addressed the baffling VAR decision that denied Arsenal a penalty against Hull City, while Declan Rice’s early exit raised fresh questions about his workload. The Spaniard laid bare the frustrations of a night where chaos—both on and off the pitch—defined the Gunners’ narrow victory.

7 Nov 2026
Arsenal
EPL
English Premier League
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The Premier League’s latest twist in the battle for supremacy has left Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta questioning the very foundations […]

7 Nov 2026
ArsenalEnglish Premier League
EPL
English Premier League
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The Premier League’s latest controversy has forced Liverpool into an uncomfortable but necessary tactical adjustment: Alexander Isak must now dive […]

3 Nov 2026
ArsenalEnglish Premier Leagueliverpool
Darren England’s Redemption: How a VAR Blunder Became the Making of a Premier League Referee
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Darren England’s Redemption: How a VAR Blunder Became the Making of a Premier League Referee

From the VAR controversy that nearly derailed his career to standing on the FA Cup final pitch, Darren England’s journey reflects the pressures of modern refereeing. Now, as he reaches 100 top-flight games, his resilience offers a blueprint for bouncing back from football’s most unforgiving mistakes.

3 Nov 2026
EnglandEngland National TeamFIFA World Cup
Brighton’s Premier League title charge gains momentum as City crumble to second straight defeat
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Brighton’s Premier League title charge gains momentum as City crumble to second straight defeat

Fabian Hurzeler’s Brighton have delivered a seismic statement in the Premier League, ending a 17-game losing streak against Manchester City with a 1-0 win that closes the gap to the leaders to just two points. Meanwhile, Michael Carrick’s Manchester United suffered another humiliating League Cup exit, this time to the same Brighton side that now pose a genuine title threat.

31 Oct 2026
English Premier LeagueManchester CityManchester United
Premier League VAR ruling sparks controversy as Newcastle United denied penalty in high-stakes clash with Chelsea
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Premier League VAR ruling sparks controversy as Newcastle United denied penalty in high-stakes clash with Chelsea

A contentious decision in Newcastle United’s 2-2 draw with Chelsea at St James’ Park has reignited debates over VAR’s role in the Premier League, with former officials condemning the call that denied the Magpies a spot kick. The incident—where Trevoh Chalobah’s challenge on Anthony Gordon was ruled out—has left Newcastle fans questioning the consistency of match officials, while Chelsea’s late equaliser sealed a result that could reshape the title race.

21 Oct 2026
Anthony GordonChelseaChelsea FC
Everton vs Ipswich Town: Premier League Clash Preview and Prediction
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Everton vs Ipswich Town: Premier League Clash Preview and Prediction

Everton extended their unbeaten start to the Premier League season with a narrow 1-0 win over Ipswich Town at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, in a match dominated by VAR controversy and a second-half red

19 Sept 2026
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Maresca Demands Focus on City’s 1‑0 Derby Triumph Amid VAR Controversy
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Maresca Demands Focus on City’s 1‑0 Derby Triumph Amid VAR Controversy

Haaland scored in the 60th minute, not the 78th. Joško Gvardiol’s cross reached him at the back post, and he finished after the on-field assistant had initially raised the offside flag. VAR confirm

17 Sept 2026
English Premier LeagueFootballManchester City
VAR Controversy Clouds Arsenal’s Title Surge as Pro Ref Error Fuels Manchester City Debate
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VAR Controversy Clouds Arsenal’s Title Surge as Pro Ref Error Fuels Manchester City Debate

A confirmed VAR error has reignited debate over Premier League officiating after Manchester City’s 1–0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford. Pro Ref, English football’s refereeing body

14 Sept 2026
ArsenalEnglish Premier LeagueFootball
Manchester United Salvage Draw at Goodison Park Amid Late VAR Drama and Ferdinand Reaction
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Manchester United Salvage Draw at Goodison Park Amid Late VAR Drama and Ferdinand Reaction

Manchester United came from two goals down to draw 2-2 with Everton at Goodison Park, surviving a stoppage-time VAR controversy to remain 15th in the Premier League table. Everton, three places higher

6 Sept 2026
Bruno FernandesDavid MoyesEnglish Premier League
Rio Ferdinand Backs Arsenal for Period of Sustained Dominance Under Mikel Arteta
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Rio Ferdinand Backs Arsenal for Period of Sustained Dominance Under Mikel Arteta

Six-time Premier League champion Rio Ferdinand believes Arsenal’s stability under Mikel Arteta has primed the Gunners for back-to-back league titles and European glory. Following an impressive opening weekend, Ferdinand breaks down the title race, Manchester United’s tactical needs under Michael Carrick, and the pressure facing Liverpool’s marquee signings.

28 Aug 2026
ArsenalEnglish Premier LeagueFootball

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