In the semi‑final first leg, Villa lost 1‑0 to Forest when VAR declined to issue a red card for Anderson’s high tackle on Watkins. Emery publicly questioned the decision, saying “It’s a clear red card” and urging VAR to step up its scrutiny. ipltable.lol
Emery Blasts VAR After Villa Lose to Forest
Unai Emery slammed VAR after Aston Villa’s 1‑0 Europa League defeat to Nottingham Forest, claiming a clear red card was missed for Elliot Anderson’s tackle on Ollie Watkins.
