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João Pedro goal given after VAR review

Saturday, 17 January 2026 · 2025-26 · 27'

What happened

The goal was initially not given, but awarded after a VAR review. The decision does not appear among the errors the KMI panel logged for 2025-26, which means the panel voted it correct.

On the pitch: No goal
VAR: VAR overturned
Benefited: CHE Chelsea
Harmed: BRE Brentford

Fan verdict

Was the final decision right?

One tap, then pick your club. We show how Chelsea fans, Brentford fans and everyone else answered.

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Officials & their calls

RefereeJohn BrooksNot judgedcareer on file: 4 err · 86%VARStuart AttwellCorrectcareer on file: 11 err · 59%Assistant VARCraig TaylorCorrectcareer on file: 1 err · 93%

What the fans thought

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4 of 107 comments in the r/soccer post-match thread were angry about the officiating, mostly from Chelsea fans. Main gripes: penalty.

“That was ridiculous indeed, but IMO the Pedro call from 11th minute was even worse from the refs. One of the clearest pens you'll ever see, a simple trip from the back visible from literally every single camera angle. Th…” · 24 upvotes

“Don't forget the clear penalty that VAR missed.” · 23 upvotes

Whole-match mood, not this incident alone.

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