The Rest Is Football Signs Of Encouragement For Man Utd, Sunderland Back With A Bang & Why Is VAR So Anti-Goal?
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Aug 18, 2025 Despite a defeat, there are positive signs for Manchester United's performance. Sunderland's strong comeback showcases the competitive spirit of newly promoted teams this season. The hosts express their frustration over a VAR decision that ruled out a free-kick goal for Eberechi Eze against Chelsea. Additionally, they highlight impressive debuts from new Premier League strikers, fueling excitement for the league ahead.
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United's Performance Shows Real Progress
- Manchester United's new system under Ten Hag shows clear improvement despite the loss at Old Trafford.
- Players like Mbumo and Mount fitted the system and provided energy and unpredictability that were missing last season.
Use VAR To Fix Clear Errors, Not Kill Excitement
- Reconcile VAR usage with the spirit of the game rather than policing marginal technicalities.
- Officials should avoid microscopic reviews that consistently overturn high-quality goals and drain momentum.
Early Goals Build Striker Confidence
- Chris Wood continued his hot form with two goals for Brentford, showing finishing consistency.
- A striker's confidence from an early-season goal can define their campaign trajectory.