Arsenal has been informed by the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) that the VAR audio linked to Anthony Gordon’s controversial goal for Newcastle will be unveiled on Tuesday.
This revelation is scheduled to take place as part of the monthly television program, “Match Officials Mic’d Up,” hosted by referees’ chief Howard Webb and Michael Owen. The program, introduced in May, aims to enhance transparency regarding refereeing decisions.
The decision to release the VAR audio comes in the midst of a week filled with controversy, leading the Football Association (FA) to send inquiries to Arsenal and manager Mikel Arteta, seeking clarification on their post-match comments. Arsenal promptly responded to the FA’s inquiry on Monday morning.
In Arsenal’s recent 1-0 loss to Newcastle, Anthony Gordon’s goal underwent three separate VAR checks before being ultimately deemed valid.
Arteta, expressing his dissatisfaction, labeled the goal as ‘an absolute disgrace.’ Arsenal echoed their manager’s sentiments in an official statement, calling for an immediate review of officiating standards.
The upcoming release of VAR audio provides an opportunity for fans and stakeholders to gain insights into the decision-making process behind contentious goals, contributing to the ongoing discourse surrounding refereeing decisions.
The inclusion of incidents from other matches, such as Tottenham vs. Chelsea, in the TV show remains uncertain, as neither club has been consulted by the PGMOL.
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Issue of arsenal and Newcastle any technology and match officials can try to convince people but pple so what they no need for explanation there. I become like dictatorship pple refused to complain and get threat of fine match ban .a player was totally out off the pitch bringing back the ball to play what pushies out off the pitch while he was alone smiller ball for man which was said it was already out but the player controlled the ball while he was in the pitch. If you compare the two you might a better answer I wish if that ball if it cud placed at the goal line then we see when and which position refes watch will vibrate con