Pedro Neto gives 12-word reaction after seeing Wolves involved in yet more VAR controversy

Pedro Neto has offered his response to the most recent controversial decision that went against Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Wolves supporters are still frustrated after their Saturday match against Sheffield United, in which the Blades secured a last-minute victory thanks to a penalty. The penalty was awarded after Fabio Silva was deemed to have fouled George Baldock in the penalty area, but replays indicated that Baldock was already falling before any contact from Silva occurred. Surprisingly, the on-field decision was not overturned by VAR, and Oliver Norwood converted the penalty to give United the win.

This incident marks at least the third VAR controversy that Wolves have encountered this season. In their first game, a collision between Andre Onana and Sasa Kalajdzic was overlooked. A penalty was awarded against Wolves in a match against Newcastle United for a foul by Hwang Hee-chan, despite replays showing it to be a dive by Fabian Schar. There was also a handball decision against Joao Gomes in a game against Luton Town, which was deemed to be correct in accordance with the rules.

Several Wolves players have expressed their frustrations with the referees and VAR following this latest incident. Max Kilman, Nelson Semedo, and Gary O’Neil all voiced their dissatisfaction with the officiating standards and VAR.

Pedro Neto, despite being unable to participate due to a hamstring injury, also shared his reaction to the latest decision. He posted on his Instagram Story, responding to Jose Sa’s post, stating, “4 times it’s enough. But we keep working as we always do.”

Wolves have faced a string of unfortunate decisions this season, and the fact that they have been on the wrong end of such calls four times is difficult to comprehend. With the assistance of VAR and numerous replays, referees should ideally reach the correct decisions. While it’s not uncommon for the occasional decision to go against a team, Wolves have consistently experienced such incidents, and it doesn’t seem to be “evening itself out,” as the saying goes. The situation raises concerns about the officiating standards in what is considered the best football league in the world.