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Controversial VAR Decision Sparks Outrage in Wolves vs. West Ham Match

Wolves head coach Gary O'Neil ejected after disputing late equalizer disallowance, calling for VAR rule changes.

  • Wolverhampton Wanderers head coach Gary O'Neil was ejected from the referee's room after disputing a VAR decision that disallowed a late equalizer in the match against West Ham, labeling it as one of the worst decisions ever.
  • The decision in question involved Wolves' Tawanda Chirewa being ruled offside, which O'Neil and others, including West Ham's manager and goalkeeper, vehemently disagreed with, arguing it did not impact the play.
  • The controversial VAR decision has reignited debate over the technology's application in football, with O'Neil suggesting that if the law led to such decisions, it needs to be changed.
  • Wolves' frustration with VAR is part of a longer history of grievances, highlighted by a protest against the technology at a previous match.
  • Despite dominating the first half, Wolves lost 2-1 to West Ham, with the disallowed goal contributing to their defeat and adding to the ongoing discussion about VAR's role in football.
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