_EVERTON FANS FUME AS VAR OVERTURNS PENALTY AGAINST WEST HAM_
Everton fans were left outraged after the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) overturned a penalty awarded to their team in the 1-1 draw against West Ham United.
The incident occurred in the first half when Everton’s striker was brought down in the box by a West Ham defender. The referee immediately pointed to the spot, awarding Everton a penalty.
However, after a lengthy review, the VAR officials deemed that the Everton player had simulated the contact and overturned the penalty decision.
The decision sparked widespread anger among the Everton faithful, with many taking to social media to express their frustration.
“Absolutely shocking decision by the VAR,” one fan tweeted. “Clear penalty and they’ve bottled it.”
Another fan added: “VAR is a joke. How can they overturn a penalty like that? It’s ruining the game.”
The overturned penalty decision proved to be a turning point in the game, as West Ham went on to equalize in the second half.
Everton manager David Moyes was also left frustrated by the decision, saying: “I’ve seen the replay and I think it’s a clear penalty. The VAR has made a mistake and it’s cost us.”
The controversy surrounding the VAR decision has once again raised questions about the effectiveness of the technology and its impact on the game.