Anthony Gordon joined fans in blasting VAR after suffering a “really sore” injury in a penalty controversy during Manchester United’s 3-2 Premier League win over Newcastle. Gordon was left with a heel graze and a ripped sock after Sofyan Amrabat’s challenge. Sky Sports pundit Wayne Rooney and others believed it was a clear penalty, coinciding with the upcoming vote on VAR’s future.

Gordon expressed his frustration to Sky, stating, “I’ve watched the incident back – it’s a clear penalty…I don’t understand what the point of VAR is then because it’s there to correct mistakes.” Fans were divided, with some agreeing that Amrabat’s challenge warranted a penalty. One fan noted, “Clear as day penalty. But will never happen at Old Trafford,” while another added, “VAR is once again the star of the show.”

Rooney also commented, “I think it’s a penalty. Casemiro does well but Amrabat catches him on his heel.” However, others argued the contact was minimal and not enough for a spot-kick. One observer countered, “Explain why it’s a penalty please? Casemiro perfectly tackled him and Amrabat grazed him.” The incident has intensified the debate over VAR’s effectiveness in the Premier League.

“I don’t understand what the point of VAR is then” 😳

Anthony Gordon vents over VAR and it’s decision to not give Newcastle a penalty ❌ pic.twitter.com/al4CCooNds

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Wayne Rooney shares his views on the challenge 🗣 pic.twitter.com/0YTwZazKpR

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Anthony Gordon

This season he played in total 34 times for 2817 minutes for Premier League.

Anthony Gordon scored 10 goals for Newcastle United. He procured 11 assists. He received 10 yellow cards and 1 red card.

His team is currently 6th in Premier League. In the last match Newcastle United drew 1-1 against Brighton & Hove Albion. The next match in Premier League will be against Manchester United.

Newcastle United performance and stats

Newcastle United is currently 6th in the Premier League with 57 points.

In the last 36 games, it has won 17 times, drawn 6 times, and lost 13 times. In its last match, Newcastle United drawn 1-1 against Brighton & Hove Albion.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 79 goals and conceding 57.​

Newcastle United will play the next match in Premier League against Manchester United on Wednesday 15th of May in Manchester. The prediction is Newcastle United winning the match.​

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