Chelsea’s victory against Leicester hides a contentious VAR decision, as debate grows over whether Conor Coady’s handball should have been penalized differently.
In a dramatic clash between Chelsea and Leicester, Conor Coady found himself at the center of a heated VAR debate. Observers now question the call that spared him a penalty for handball.
During the match, a seasoned former referee expressed his concerns over the decision. He argued that the official should have had a second look using VAR before finalizing the verdict on Coady’s challenge.
Chelsea, now under the guidance of Enzo Maresca since his move from Leicester, recently faced heavy criticism from home fans. His side managed to secure a narrow 1-0 win, thanks to Marc Cucurella’s impressive long-range strike.
The game featured several penalty controversies. In the first half, Cole Palmer saw his spot-kick saved by Leicester keeper Mads Hermansen, leaving his team frustrated and eager for a breakthrough.
After the break, a challenge on Chelsea winger Pedro Neto inside the box sparked further debate when no penalty was awarded. Later, Jadon Sancho’s distant effort was blocked by Coady’s outstretched arm, denying Chelsea an extra scoring chance.
Critics argue that VAR should have been used to give referee Tim Robinson another look at the contentious incidents. They claim that a clearer decision would have improved the fairness of the game.
With that win, Chelsea now shifts focus to their Europa Conference League clash with Copenhagen on Thursday night, while Leicester continues its battle to avoid relegation as they prepare to host Manchester United on Sunday.
