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“I mean that is UNBELIEVABLE and Unjust VAR did not intervene in this case”- Carragher slams VAR for ‘unbelievable’ blunder in Chelsea’s 4-3 triumph over Tottenham
Chelsea dismantled Tottenham at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, as Spurs squandered a 2-0 lead in typical fashion. To make matters worse, Cristian Romero limped off shortly after Spurs took the lead, appearing to aggravate a previous injury, adding to Tottenham’s growing injury concerns. On the flip side, Moisés Caicedo found himself at the heart of controversy during a critical first-half moment, triggering debate over the referee’s decision.
In the 33rd minute, Caicedo went into a challenge with Pape Matar Sarr, making contact with his shin. Given the nature of the challenge, many expected VAR to intervene and possibly prompt referee Anthony Taylor to review the incident. However, after a review, the decision stood, leaving many puzzled by the lack of action.
Carragher questioned the decision
Caicedo’s challenge was high and reckless, similar to tackles for which Premier League players have been sent off in the past two seasons. During Sky Sports’ coverage, Martin Tyler and Jamie Carragher both voiced their disbelief. Tyler explained that VAR had deemed the challenge lacked excessive force, while Carragher insisted it should have been a red card, although he generally prefers officials to keep teams at full strength.
The Liverpool legend explained
“I mean, that is unbelievable. Listen, I don’t like seeing people sent off, and I always think the officials should do everything they can to keep the game 11 vs 11, but I was absolutely certain that should have been a red card.”
PGMOL later provided clarification on X, revealing that Caicedo didn’t receive a yellow card for the challenge and VAR did not intervene. They concluded there was “no serious foul play” and backed the referee’s decision. PGMOL stated that VAR had reviewed the challenge and confirmed the referee’s call, deciding no red card was warranted.
Although the match might have unfolded differently if Chelsea had been reduced to ten men, this defeat isn’t about what might have been. Instead, it’s about what Tottenham can learn from this and how they can improve as they look ahead to their upcoming Europa League clash with Rangers.
