Tony Cottee expressed his frustration at the prolonged VAR check that determined whether West Ham should be awarded a penalty against Freiburg. The decision, or lack thereof, sparked heated debate as it took a staggering four minutes before the referee ruled against a spot-kick for a handball incident in the closing moments of the match.
Cottee took to Twitter to voice his concerns, emphasizing the need for officials to expedite such decisions, regardless of the outcome. The delay, irrespective of the final call, left a sour taste in the mouths of both players and fans alike.
Despite the setback, Cottee remains optimistic about West Ham’s chances in the second leg, believing they have the resilience to bounce back from their 1-0 defeat against the Bundesliga side. However, the questionable officiating casts a shadow over the game, with Cottee joining the chorus of voices calling for clarity and consistency in decision-making.
