The Premier League has just revealed a surprising VAR mistake made by the referees during the Manchester United vs. Tottenham match.

In a pivotal clash between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United in the Premier League, Spurs emerged victorious with a 2-0 win, characterized by a contentious VAR decision that stirred considerable debate.

Pape Matar Sarr contributed to the triumph with his inaugural goal for Tottenham, complemented by a fortuitous own goal from Lisandro Martinez.

Despite moments where luck appeared to favor the north London team and Manchester United’s Rashford, Bruno Fernandes, and Casemiro squandered golden opportunities, Tottenham capitalized on their second-half dominance to secure a much-needed victory.

A turning point in the match occurred during the first half when Alejandro Garnacho’s shot was deflected wide by Cristian Romero’s inadvertent handball. While video replays suggested a potential penalty as the ball struck Romero’s hand within the penalty area, VAR upheld referee Michael Oliver’s decision not to award the spot-kick.

This contentious decision became a focal point of criticism in the aftermath of the match. Former Premier League referee Dermot Gallagher defended VAR, citing the inherent challenges in determining handball situations.

Gallagher expressed skepticism about the likelihood of an apology from the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL), underscoring the complexities involved in assessing factors such as arm position, shoulder involvement, and ball speed.

The response to Gallagher’s remarks was notably strong from Tottenham’s manager, Erik ten Hag, who voiced his frustration with VAR after the match. Ten Hag contended that his team deserved a penalty, emphasizing the clear impact on the ball’s trajectory and characterizing the handball as obstructive.

Bruno Fernandes echoed these sentiments, urging an apology from Jon Moss, the chief referee.

Fernandes questioned the absence of post-match interviews by officials to elucidate their decisions, asserting that there should be no excuses for overlooking what he deemed a clear penalty. The Portuguese midfielder also alluded to a desire for consistency in officiating, referencing the controversy involving Manchester United in the preceding week.

The fallout from this VAR decision has reignited discussions about transparency, accountability, and consistency in the application of the rules. As calls for post-match explanations and potential apologies grow, the controversy surrounding VAR’s role in shaping match outcomes remains a prominent talking point in the Premier League.