Emery Urges Arsenal Fans to Respect VAR After Controversial Goal
Unai Emery calls for respect towards VAR after Arsenal's disallowed 88th-minute goal against Aston Villa, which was ruled out for a handball by Kai Havertz.
Unai Emery, manager of Aston Villa, urged Arsenal fans to respect VAR decisions following a controversial moment in their 2-2 draw at the Emirates. Arsenal had a goal disallowed in the 88th minute after Kai Havertz was penalized for a handball, a decision confirmed by VAR. The decision sparked protests from Arsenal players and fans alike, but Emery, in his post-match comments, emphasized the importance of accepting the system.
'I have always respected VAR decisions,' said Emery, who had his own issues with VAR in recent weeks. 'We had a similar situation a few weeks ago when we were denied a clear penalty against Nottingham Forest. I didn’t see it live, but after seeing the footage, it was clear it should have been given. Today, I respect the decision made by VAR, and that’s how we should approach it.' Emery’s perspective on the controversial call reflects his balanced approach to officiating decisions, focusing on respecting the process despite personal frustrations.
The disallowed goal came after Gabriel Martinelli had scored, giving Arsenal a late lead, only for the handball by Havertz to reverse the goal. Despite the disappointment, Emery remained positive about his team’s performance. 'We reacted fantastically to the goals and showed a real fighting spirit,' Emery added. 'We never gave up. Arsenal pushed hard, but we also had our moments, and I’m proud of the way we handled them.'
Emery also spoke about the strength of Arsenal’s home form, acknowledging that they are a strong team at the Emirates. However, he reiterated that Villa aims to reach that level and continue pushing for a better position in the Premier League. 'Arsenal is very strong at home, and that’s a level we aim to reach. But we still have work to do,' said Emery, reflecting on the growth of his team.
The match highlighted the ongoing debates about VAR in football, but Emery’s approach—while supporting the technology—also suggested that better communication and understanding are needed to minimize controversy. Villa’s resilient performance, despite the draw, gives them confidence going forward in the season.
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