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MNN Global · May 1, 2026 · 1 min read

Emery criticises VAR after no red card for Forest player

What happened: Aston Villa manager Unai Emery criticised VAR for not sending off Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson during their Europa League semi-final first leg.

Why it matters:

  • VAR decisions can influence the outcome of important matches.
  • Players and teams affected by refereeing calls may feel unfairly treated.

MNN Take: VAR is intended to assist referees with key decisions, but disagreements over its use continue to spark debate in football.

Sources: BBC Sport