New video shows Williams handball - but won't end VAR row
Summary
New video footage shows the ball touching Nottingham Forest player Neco Williams' arm before a disallowed goal in a match against Tottenham Hotspur. The video assistant referee (VAR) ruled the goal out for accidental handball, a decision confirmed by the new footage but still debated by fans and commentators.Key Facts
- Neco Williams scored a goal that was disallowed for handball during the match between Nottingham Forest and Tottenham Hotspur.
- VAR official Peter Bankes ruled the goal out after reviewing available video angles.
- New camera footage, not seen during the game, shows the ball touching Williams' left arm and right forearm before the goal.
- This footage was not available to the VAR during the match because it is from a camera not used in live broadcast.
- Williams and Forest manager Oliver Glasner disagreed with the decision, saying there was no clear proof of handball.
- The refereeing body, Pro Ref (formerly PGMO), supports the decision to rule out the goal.
- VAR decisions are based on evidence of a handball, which is considered a factual judgement, not just a subjective call.
- The incident highlights ongoing challenges with VAR technology and decision-making in football.
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