Iago Aspas inadvertently hits the VAR screen while canceling out Celta Vigo’s late penalty against Sevilla
Celta Vigo experienced significant frustration in their match against Sevilla on Saturday, Despite taking the lead thanks to a goal from Carl Starfelt in the first half, their hopes of securing a win were dashed when Youssef En-Nesyri scored a late equalizer.
Adding to Celta’s challenges, Roman Tapia received a red card just before Sevilla’s equalizer, altering the course of the game, Nonetheless, Celta still had an opportunity to secure three points as they were awarded a penalty kick deep into stoppage time.
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Regrettably for them, the decision was overturned by VAR, leading to great disappointment among the home team, Celta talisman Iago Aspas did not hide his frustration with VAR, expressing his strong opinions about it after the match.
This contentious incident involving VAR and referees adds to the controversies surrounding the technology and officiating in football.
Celta Vigo’s frustration with VAR was evident after their match against Sevilla, Despite being awarded a penalty in stoppage time, the decision was overturned, leaving them without a chance to secure three points, The controversy surrounding VAR raises questions about its effectiveness and consistency in football.