Premier League drama never fails to deliver, but some days it feels like a sideshow act gone wrong. Manchester City's chaotic win at Liverpool may have been decided correctly in the end, with Rayan Cherki's goal being ruled out due to a dubious handball call and Dominik Szoboszlai receiving his marching orders for foul play. But here we are, still bemoaning the introduction of VAR – that most divisive piece of technology designed to bring order to our beautiful game.
For some fans, the VAR system has become an insufferable nemesis, a constant reminder that sometimes, even when it's clear what should happen on the pitch, technology decides otherwise. Cherki, in particular, was the unwitting star of this VAR drama, as his goal was disallowed due to his own handball error – a blip so minor that if he'd just kicked the ball harder, it might have been allowed to stand.
Football Daily has always harbored a special dislike for VAR, seeing it as an unnecessary complication that's ruining our love affair with the game. We're not alone in this, of course. Pundits and pundits' wife alike are still grappling with the aftermath of its introduction, wringing their hands over how often it gets things wrong.
But here's the thing: sometimes, VAR makes a difference – even if it's only because someone's decided to send off the other team instead. Szoboszlai might be ruing his fate, but at least he'll have an excuse for missing out on what could've been a thrilling encounter with his Liverpool teammates.
So, let's raise our hands in protest against VAR – the system that's brought us nothing but headaches and frustration since its introduction to the game. But deep down, we know it's only because it gives us something to talk about, something that gets under our skin like a slow-burning fire.
Ultimately, it comes down to results versus experience: do we care more about the result of the match or the spectacle that unfolds on the pitch? Football Daily will never get tired of watching matches that are anything other than an absolute circus. Give us the drama, give us the passion – and let VAR just sort itself out in the background.
For some fans, the VAR system has become an insufferable nemesis, a constant reminder that sometimes, even when it's clear what should happen on the pitch, technology decides otherwise. Cherki, in particular, was the unwitting star of this VAR drama, as his goal was disallowed due to his own handball error – a blip so minor that if he'd just kicked the ball harder, it might have been allowed to stand.
Football Daily has always harbored a special dislike for VAR, seeing it as an unnecessary complication that's ruining our love affair with the game. We're not alone in this, of course. Pundits and pundits' wife alike are still grappling with the aftermath of its introduction, wringing their hands over how often it gets things wrong.
But here's the thing: sometimes, VAR makes a difference – even if it's only because someone's decided to send off the other team instead. Szoboszlai might be ruing his fate, but at least he'll have an excuse for missing out on what could've been a thrilling encounter with his Liverpool teammates.
So, let's raise our hands in protest against VAR – the system that's brought us nothing but headaches and frustration since its introduction to the game. But deep down, we know it's only because it gives us something to talk about, something that gets under our skin like a slow-burning fire.
Ultimately, it comes down to results versus experience: do we care more about the result of the match or the spectacle that unfolds on the pitch? Football Daily will never get tired of watching matches that are anything other than an absolute circus. Give us the drama, give us the passion – and let VAR just sort itself out in the background.
I think that's what makes this debate so fascinating - there's no easy answer, only a deeper exploration of our own biases and loves. 
I mean, can we just accept that VAR is a necessary evil 
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to process life. For those of us who have been around the block a few times, it's not about winning or losing anymore – it's about enjoying the ride 
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But what if that goal would've changed the entire outcome of the match? Would we be having this conversation at all? I don't think so 
. And let's not forget, it's still better than watching a goalkeeper make a 10-foot wide save and then diving over the ball like a teenager 
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. But for those of us who've grown up with this technology, we know how to roll with the punches 
. So, let's just chill and enjoy the game, shall we? 
. On one hand, I can see why some fans would get frustrated with its inconsistencies - it's like the game is constantly being rewritten mid-match 
. But on the other hand, I think VAR serves as a reminder that football is a human sport, and sometimes that means making mistakes happen 
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. I mean, I get it, mistakes happen, but can't they just let the refs make a call already? 
#SaveVARfromMyNerves
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it brings the drama and the frustration but also gives us some wild storylines to talk about 
can't we just have both? 
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. The game is already unpredictable enough; do we really need technology to further complicate matters? 
? The drama, the passion, the agony, and the ecstasy – can't we just enjoy that, regardless of whether VAR makes a difference or not? 
don't get me wrong, results are important and all that jazz 
[image of a referee with a confused expression, surrounded by chaos and destruction]
It's like they're trying to make us question our own eyesight...and sanity 
. Can't we just enjoy the match without all the controversy? 
at least now we get to see players get sent off for 1 silly foul and its like "oh nice" meanwhile the real drama happens on the field 
and dont even get me started on those goal lines ...some calls are just soooo wrong 
The drama is half the fun of watching football 
. And what's up with these super strict handball calls? 
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. It's like, can't we just know what's going on in real-time? 
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. Can't we just have a good old-fashioned 90-minute match where anything can happen 
and btw, who makes these calls anyway?? VAR r us 
It's all about the results in the end, I get that, but seriously, who needs all this drama on the pitch? Can't we just focus on the beautiful game itself and leave VAR to figure things out on its own? And btw, Dominik Szoboszlai getting sent off for a foul play seems like a pretty harsh punishment