“Controversial Red Card Decision Against Calvert-Lewin Overturned: VAR Scrutinized in Wake of FA’s Correct Call”
Keith Hackett criticizes the “shocking” decision to give Everton striker Dominic
Calvert-Lewin a red card against Crystal Palace, a decision that has now been overturned by the FA.
Hackett, a former FIFA referee, expressed his dismay on Twitter, responding to
an Everton fan who called it the “worst use of VAR in its history.”
Times journalist Paul Joyce later confirmed on his personal Twitter account that
Everton successfully appealed the controversial dismissal of Calvert-Lewin
for his tackle on Nathaniel Clyne.
Hackett contended that the on-field referee, Chris Kavanagh, was
unfairly influenced by video assistant referee Michael Salisbury and BAR Pawson,
stating, “Ref Kavanagh put in the back by SVAR Salisbury and BAR Pawson.”
The overall sentiment is that the decision on Calvert-Lewin’s red card might
be one of the worst instances of VAR use. Many argue that the tackle was not excessive or reckless, and the intervention raises concerns about the competence and consistency of referees.
The suggestion is made for on-pitch referees to have the authority to
override VAR calls, potentially preventing controversies like this and improving
the perception of VAR technology.
The article calls for Referee chief Howard Webb to address this issue,
as the FA’s decision to overturn Calvert-Lewin’s dismissal highlights
the need for a closer look at VAR implementation.
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