Unai Emery’s VAR Furore: Aston Villa Boss Left Seething After Controversial Defeat at Nottingham Forest

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery was left incensed with the VAR official, John Brooks, following his team’s 2-1 defeat at Nottingham Forest on Saturday afternoon. The Spanish tactician was furious that a clear penalty was overlooked in the first half, when Morgan Rogers was pulled down by Elliot Anderson.

Aston Villa’s Penalty Claim: A Clear and Obvious Error?

Emery argued that the incident was a clear penalty, and that the VAR official had made a “massive mistake” by not awarding a spot-kick. “Now I have watched it, it’s a clear penalty,” Emery said in his post-match press conference. “It’s a massive mistake from the VAR. Today the VAR is a big mistake because it was clear, he (Rogers) had an advantage.”

Emery’s Frustration Boils Over

Emery’s frustration was palpable as he questioned the VAR official’s decision. “We watched it after because everybody is VAR. We are watching it on TV, it’s a clear penalty. Where is the VAR?” Emery’s outburst was a clear indication of his disappointment and frustration with the VAR official’s decision.

No Excuses from Emery

Despite the defeat, Emery refused to use Villa’s midweek Champions League game as an excuse. “We are competing against all the teams in the Premier League, it’s not about that, it’s about preparing the next one, focusing on the task ahead of you and realising that you didn’t achieve anything,” Emery said.

Nottingham Forest’s Revival Under Nuno Espirito Santo

Nottingham Forest’s victory marked a significant milestone in their revival under manager Nuno Espirito Santo. The team’s ascent into the top four has sparked whispers of Champions League aspirations, especially after their recent triumph over Manchester United at Old Trafford.

Santo’s Reaction: A Mix of Delight and Caution

Santo was delighted with his team’s performance, but remained level-headed amidst the excitement. “Today is a big moment, let’s enjoy it together, all the fans, players. But we know that Brentford is going to be so tough, just look how many goals they have scored,” Santo said. “We are now trying to work on that, that is what is most important, game-by-game.”

The Road Ahead: A Tough Test for Forest

Nottingham Forest’s next match against Brentford will be a tough test, but with their current form and momentum, they will be looking to continue their push for a top-four finish. Aston Villa, on the other hand, will be looking to bounce back from their defeat and get their season back on track.

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Nottingham Forest’s European Ambitions: Can They Sustain Their Challenge?

Nottingham Forest’s victory over Aston Villa has propelled them into the top four of the Premier League table. But can they sustain their challenge for a Champions League spot? In this article, we analyze Forest’s strengths and weaknesses and assess their chances of maintaining their top-four position.

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