VAR CHEATED ARSENAL: Watch the Three clear penalties not awarded to Arsenal Today as a result of Var error – this league is corrupt already

Arsenal fans are seething tonight after yet another VAR controversy has dominated the headlines, overshadowing what was supposed to be one of the Premier League’s showcase fixtures. The Gunners were denied three clear penalty shouts, all of which could have drastically changed the outcome of the match. Instead, the calls went unpunished, leaving Arsenal players, coaches, and supporters fuming.

The game itself was played at a frenetic pace, with both teams going at each other in what felt like a clash that could decide the direction of the title race. Yet, the football itself was completely overshadowed by the officiating decisions that unfolded, once again placing VAR at the center of chaos.

The first moment of controversy came midway through the opening half when Bukayo Saka whipped in a dangerous ball that clearly struck the arm of a defender inside the box. Arsenal players immediately raised their hands in protest, but referee Anthony Taylor waved play on. The VAR team reviewed the incident briefly before astonishingly backing the on-field decision. Replays told a different story, with the defender’s arm well away from his body — a decision pundits later called “inexplicable.”

The second incident arrived early in the second half. Gabriel Jesus, who had been causing problems for the opposition’s backline, was clipped from behind as he prepared to unleash a shot inside the area. It looked like a textbook foul, with clear contact that disrupted his balance. Once again, the appeals fell on deaf ears. VAR stayed silent, and Arsenal’s frustrations continued to mount.

If those two moments weren’t enough, the third decision was the most blatant of the lot. Gabriel Martinelli was charging into the box chasing a loose ball when he was bundled to the ground by a defender. The Emirates crowd held its breath, waiting for the referee to point to the spot, but nothing came. Not even VAR stepped in. Arsenal players were incensed, with captain Martin Ødegaard visibly confronting the officials after the final whistle.

The reaction from fans was immediate and furious. Social media erupted in a storm of outrage, with phrases like “VAR is rigged” and “corrupt league” trending within minutes of the game’s conclusion. For many Arsenal supporters, this wasn’t just poor officiating — it was systematic bias that they believe has haunted their club for years.

Former Arsenal players and pundits also weighed in, with Ian Wright calling the refereeing “embarrassing” and “a disgrace to the game.” Gary Neville, usually reserved in such situations, admitted that the officials had “failed in their duty” and that incidents of this magnitude risk damaging the credibility of the Premier League.

Manager Mikel Arteta was measured but visibly angry in his post-match comments. Without explicitly using the word “corruption,” he strongly hinted at his displeasure with the decisions, stating: “We all saw what happened. I’ve been in football long enough to know when a team has been denied. All we want is fairness and consistency, but today, Arsenal were denied both.”

The word “corruption” has since become a rallying cry among Arsenal supporters. While no evidence has been presented to prove deliberate bias, the sheer number of questionable calls in a single match has only deepened mistrust between fans and the refereeing system. Many are demanding accountability, calling for VAR officials to be suspended or even for independent investigations into the Premier League’s officiating standards.

The controversy comes at a crucial time in the season. Dropped points due to such decisions could prove costly in the title race, with Arsenal battling against the likes of Manchester City and Liverpool for the Premier League crown. In a league where margins are so fine, moments like these can alter the entire course of a campaign.

As things stand, the PGMOL — the body responsible for referees in English football — is expected to release a statement. But if history is anything to go by, Arsenal fans won’t be satisfied with an apology or an admission of error. For many, the damage is already done. The feeling of injustice is raw, and the belief that the league is slipping into a state of corruption has only grown stronger.

In the end, this was not just a football match. It was a night that reignited one of the Premier League’s most heated debates: Is VAR fixing the game or failing it? For Arsenal supporters, the answer tonight feels painfully clear.