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Brentford Red Cards Under Scrutiny
First reported Oct 17, 3:00 PM ET · Latest Oct 17, 5:22 PM ET · Explainer updated Oct 17, 6:01 PM ET
Where things stand
The latest coverage comes from ESPN, which published a VAR (Video Assistant Referee) review questioning whether Brentford defender Yehor Yarmoliuk should have been sent off in the match against Liverpool. Earlier that day, the BBC reported that Liverpool beat Brentford 2‑1 after Brentford were reduced to nine men following red cards to Yarmoliuk and Vitaly Janelt.
What changed
The ESPN piece adds a post‑match analysis of the red‑card decision, whereas the BBC report only noted the red cards and the final score.
Questions we’re following
- It remains unclear whether the VAR review will lead to any change in the disciplinary outcome for Yarmoliuk, such as a suspension or a reversal of the red card. Open
Background
In the Premier League game at the Gtech Community Stadium, Liverpool came from behind to win 2‑1. Brentford finished the match with nine players because both Yarmoliuk and Janelt received red cards, meaning they were expelled from the game. VAR is a system that allows officials to review certain decisions using video footage, often leading to controversy over its use.
Timeline of reporting
- VAR review: Should Brentford's Yarmoliuk have been sent off vs. Liverpool? — ESPN
VAR often causes controversy, but how are decisions made? Our resident ref, Andy Davies, explains all.
- Liverpool come from behind to beat nine-man Brentford — BBC News
Liverpool come from behind to beat Brentford 2-1 at the Gtech Community Stadium as the hosts finish with nine men after red cards for Yehor Yarmoliuk and Vitaly Janelt.
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