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REF JUSTICE: ALAN SHEARER SLAMS CLUELESS VAR DECISION IN NEWCASTLE VERSUS CHELSEA DRAW
Alan Shearer leads the backlash after Newcastle was denied a "clear" penalty against Chelsea. See why the legend is calling VAR clueless.
Alan Shearer ripped into VAR and Andy Madley after a dodgy Premier League call in the Newcastle United versus Chelsea game.
Look, players mess up chances all the time—it happens. Newcastle United had plenty of opportunities to beat Chelsea, that's for sure.
Still, with six officials watching everything, how are there still so many weird refereeing decisions? This one call might have actually decided the whole game.
Anthony Gordon got taken down in the box, but ref Andy Madley gave a goal kick. VAR said Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah was just shielding the ball, even though he wasn't even close to doing that. It was a head-scratcher, and Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer thinks the ref totally blew it.
Alan Shearer on VAR and Newcastle United's controversial call
Shearer replied to a tweet about the penalty call and made it clear he thought Madley messed up.
Shearer told his million-plus followers on X that the decision not to give a penalty was clueless.
Eddie Howe on the penalty decision
Here’s what Eddie Howe said about the game and those incidents.
Eddie Howe reacts to the Newcastle United versus Chelsea result.
After the match, Howe said he didn't buy the explanation given. Yeah, the Anthony Gordon one stood out. Anywhere else on the field, that's a clear free kick.
“When it went to VAR—and they checked everything, of course—I thought it would be overturned. It's a clear mistake because it's a clear penalty. The defender is only focused on Ant.
“They're saying he was shielding, but I don't agree. I'm really disappointed it wasn't given.
“Just this one decision was wrong. VAR should have stepped in. It's hard to figure out. Watching live, it looked obvious.
TNT Sports presenter gives thoughts on Andy Madley's decision.
Joe Cole, who was at the game as a pundit for TNT Sports, also couldn't believe Madley's call.
He said, He's [Trevoh Chalobah] too eager with the tackle. He's in a good spot; he doesn't need to do it—just get there. It's the force of it. I think it's a penalty.
It might look like it's from the side, but the force is the problem.
THE SHOCKING REASON WOLVES FANS PROTESTED AGAINST FOSUN DURING THE BRENTFORD CLASH
A dark day at Molineux: Wolves fall to Brentford 2-0 amid fan protests, owner resignations, and a missed late penalty.
Wolves had a terrible Christmas, hitting a Premier League low after their 10th straight loss. Brentford beat them 2-0 at Molineux, with Keane Lewis-Potter scoring twice.
Rob Edwards' team couldn't repeat their near-miss against Arsenal from last week, and their awful, winless season start just kept going.
Mistakes let Lewis-Potter score twice in what was a messy and boring game. Wolves are dead last with only two points from 17 games going into Christmas.
That's as bad as Sheffield United in 2020/21, but they'd played fewer games then.
Wolves fans were mad, chanting, "You're not fit to wear the shirt." To top it off, Jorgen Strand-Larsen had a late penalty saved by goalie Caoimhin Kelleher, and the game ended with loud boos.
Before the game, the stadium was quiet in remembrance of Ethan McLeod, a 21-year-old who came up through the academy. He died in a car crash on his way back from Macclesfield’s game on Tuesday.
His family and friends stood by the field, along with his brother Conor, who plays for Wolves' Under-21s.
Edwards made some lineup changes, but a promising start faded fast. Brentford ended up controlling the ball more than usual.
In the 18th minute, fans held up signs that said "Our Club," asking the owners, Fosun, to sell after Jeff Shi stepped down as chairman.
Soon after, Kelleher tipped a shot over the bar, but it wasn't until the 32nd minute that either team actually took a shot—the longest wait in a Premier League game in six years.
There was only one shot on goal in the first half, and Jose Sa saved Lewis-Potter's shot.
Early in the second half, the Wolves' goalie stopped Kevin Schade twice.
But Wolves fans could see what was coming and started singing about old club legends just as Brentford scored in the 63rd minute. It could have been avoided.
Vitaly Janelt's hopeful ball bounced over Ladislav Krejci, and Lewis-Potter smashed the loose ball home.
Wolves tried to tie the game, but Brentford almost scored again.
It didn't take Brentford long to score again, though. In the 83rd minute, Lewis-Potter stretched to turn in a cross.
Many Wolves fans left, but those who stayed saw their team get a late penalty. Kelleher was called for a foul on Matt Doherty.
VAR checked the call and agreed, but Strand Larsen's penalty was saved after a strange run-up, and Wolves fans questioned his technique.
The game ended with loud boos at Molineux.
TRANSFER ALERT: ASTON VILLA PREPARE TO SIGN BRENNAN JOHNSON FROM TOTTENHAM THIS JANUARY
Aston Villa mean business! Discover why Unai Emery is raiding Tottenham for Brennan Johnson after securing Brazilian star Alysson.
Word has it that Aston Villa is thinking about grabbing a Tottenham player this January. Apparently, they've already got a deal lined up for another player, according to a recent report.
This season is kind of wild for the Villa. They're only four points behind Man City at the top, they've won nine games straight in all competitions, and they're actually in the running for the title—something nobody expected.
Unai Emery isn't talking about winning anything big just yet, but the stats speak for themselves.
Villa's been playing their best since way back in 1919. They haven't won the league since 1981 or any major trophy in 30 years, but here they are, sitting third and four points ahead of Chelsea.
The change has been pretty amazing.
They started the season with five games without a win and couldn't score to save their lives, ending up near the bottom. But now it's December, and they've beaten Arsenal and Man City at home. Plus, they are the first team this whole season to get over 2.1 expected goals against Arsenal.
Behind the scenes, Villa is already planning for January.
They've already got Brazilian teenager Alysson from Gremio for around £8.7m, which could go up to £10.5m if he plays well.
This 19-year-old winger is just the kind of player Emery likes—young, eager, and able to adapt. Gremio will get 10% if Villa sells him later. The deal should be done early in the transfer window.
That's according to Graeme Bailey, a journalist. He also said Villa is looking at Tottenham winger Brennan Johnson.
Bailey says Villa is now in the running for Johnson this January.
The Welsh player hasn't been playing much under Thomas Frank in north London. Mohammed Kudus came in the summer, pushing Johnson down the pecking order.
Johnson scored the goal that won them the Europa League in May and scored 18 goals overall last season, being their top scorer in 2024/2025.
James Maddison even called him a 'relentless' player.
But this season, he's only started six league games, playing less than 900 minutes. The 24-year-old isn't a key part of Frank's plans, so he might leave in January.
Now, Villa would be a whole different story. They play European football and are actually trying to win the title. Plus, he'd get to work with one of the smartest coaches from Spain.
So, we probably shouldn't count Villa out just yet.
The team wants to bring in a new striker this winter, and they have a few players in mind.
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