Slow-motion footage of Kai Havertz’s disallowed goal against Aston Villa has sparked widespread debate among fans after Arsenal stumbled once again in the Premier League title race. The controversial moment became one of the most talked-about highlights from Saturday’s clash in north London.
Earlier in the day, Liverpool pulled off a dramatic 2-0 win over Brentford, with super-sub Darwin Nunez scoring twice in stoppage time. This result piled pressure on Arsenal to secure all three points and stay within reach of the Reds. However, the Gunners faltered. Despite leading 2-0 with 30 minutes remaining, their visitors mounted a relentless comeback, with Youri Tielemans and Ollie Watkins scoring to equalize during an 18-minute surge.
In the 85th minute, Havertz believed he had clinched the winning 3-2 goal when Mikel Merino’s shot deflected off him into the net. However, the goal was overturned after a brief six-second VAR review, which deemed it a handball. The decision has since faced intense scrutiny, with Arsenal fans questioning its fairness, although new footage suggests referee John Brooks may have made the correct call.
Following the disallowed goal, which allowed Liverpool to extend their lead at the top of the league by two points, the Premier League Match Centre posted on X: “The Arsenal goal was awarded on-field. VAR determined that the ball struck Havertz’s arm immediately before entering the goal and recommended that the goal be disallowed.”
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