Shearer Criticizes VAR Decision in Bournemouth Draw

In a dramatic Premier League match, Bournemouth's late goal by Dango Ouattara was controversially disallowed after a VAR review, resulting in a 1-1 draw against Newcastle. Alan Shearer, a Newcastle legend, criticized the VAR decision as 'awful', claiming it was never a handball, while Bournemouth's manager Andoni Iraola expressed his frustration over the officiating. The Premier League Match Centre explained that the goal was ruled out because VAR deemed Ouattara's touch to be a factual handball, despite the on-field referee awarding the goal initially. Jamie Redknapp and Izzy Christiansen echoed Shearer's sentiments, suggesting the ball had hit Ouattara's shoulder instead. This decision left Bournemouth still searching for their first win of the season, while Newcastle managed to secure a point they were fortunate to earn. Shearer's comments highlighted a broader dissatisfaction with VAR's implementation in critical match moments.