What's happened
Arsenal's defeat against Newcastle United is marred by a controversial goal decision after a VAR review.
Why it matters
The controversial decision and Arsenal's defeat are significant in the context of the Premier League and the ongoing debate about the effectiveness of VAR.
What the papers say
The Times and The Independent both highlight Mikel Arteta's strong criticism of the decision, emphasizing the controversy and significance of the event.
How we got here
The controversy surrounding the use of VAR in football has been ongoing, with managers and players frequently expressing frustration with its decisions.
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Arsenal Football Club is a professional football club based in Islington, London, England, that plays in the Premier League, the top flight of English football.
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Mikel Arteta Amatriain, is a Spanish professional football coach and former player. He is currently the head coach of Premier League club Arsenal.
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The video assistant referee is an assistant referee in association football who reviews decisions made by the head referee with the use of video footage and headset for communication.
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