Premier League Explain Why Everton Goal Was Ruled Out at Aston Villa in New VAR Controversy
- On Sunday at Villa Park, Everton's Jake O'Brien had a header ruled out after Harrison Armstrong was adjudged to interfere from an offside position, while Thierno Barry scored the only goal for a 1-0 Everton win.
- Premier League Match Centre explained the VAR check and reasoning, confirming Harrison Armstrong interfered with Emi Buendia's ability to play the ball despite Jake O'Brien being onside.
- Sky Sports pundit Jamie Redknapp called the decision very debatable and said Everton fans will be furious, while Chris Sutton said `I suspect David Moyes will be furious with that` as Moyes lamented recent VAR calls.
- The defeat ended Aston Villa's 11-game home winning streak and Unai Emery said the squad will need reinforcements in the coming weeks.
- The episode intensifies questions about VAR consistency in Premier League fixtures, with David Moyes relieved Everton secured their first win at Villa Park since August.
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Unai Emery sends transfer message to Aston Villa board after bruising Everton defeat - The Mirror
Aston Villa squandered a golden opportunity to go within just four points of Premier League leaders Arsenal on Sunday, as they were beaten 1-0 by Everton at Villa Park
Why was O’Brien’s goal against Aston Villa not overturned by VAR?
O’Brien thought he had broken the deadlock at Villa Park, only to see the linesman’s flag raised for offside
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