Rio Ferdinand, former footballer and TNT Sports pundit, has called for an explanation from the officials involved in the Arsenal vs Chelsea match following a controversial incident where Nicolas Jackson avoided a red card despite a rough challenge on Takehiro Tomiyasu.
Controversial Challenge Goes Unpunished
During Chelsea's 5-0 defeat against Arsenal, Nicolas Jackson was involved in a contentious moment when he made a high challenge on Takehiro Tomiyasu. Despite the severity of the tackle, neither the referee, Simon Hooper, nor the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) intervened, allowing Jackson to escape without any punishment.
Frustration Mounts for Ferdinand
The incident, which occurred during a crucial phase of the game, left Rio Ferdinand and many others bewildered and frustrated. As the match hung in the balance at half-time, Ferdinand expressed his disbelief at the officials' failure to address the challenge through VAR. "We all couldn't believe it was not looked at by VAR," he remarked during his punditry.
Calls for Accountability
Ferdinand's frustration was evident as he highlighted the inconsistency in refereeing decisions throughout the season. He emphasized the need for accountability, urging the officials to provide an explanation for their failure to take action against Jackson. "It was a reckless challenge I thought. I would love them to come and explain that to me, please," Ferdinand added, underlining the importance of transparency in officiating decisions.
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