“This is just wrong. We were supposed to get a penalty at least. The VAR and officials of the match were not doing their job. The FA should look into this. The game didn’t go as it is supposed to” – This is according to Burnley manger Scott Parker as he criticizes the “strange” implementation of VAR after Chelsea’s 2-0 well deserved victory over Burnley.

“This Is Just Wrong… The VAR Wasn’t Doing Their Job” – Burnley Manager Scott Parker Slams Officials After Chelsea’s Dominant 2–0 Victory

Burnley manager Scott Parker has launched a scathing critique of the match officials and VAR team following his side’s 2–0 defeat to Chelsea, insisting that a clear penalty should have been awarded in Burnley’s favour. The defeat, which many considered a well-deserved win for the Blues, did not sit well with Parker, who accused the Video Assistant Referee system of being “strangely inconsistent and shockingly inactive.”

Chelsea’s performance at Turf Moor was strong and controlled as Enzo Maresca’s men secured all three points with confidence. Yet Parker’s post-match comments quickly overshadowed the action on the pitch.

Parker: “This is just wrong.”

In his post-match interview, an emotional and visibly frustrated Parker did not hold back.

“This is just wrong. We were supposed to get a penalty at least. The VAR and officials of the match were not doing their job. The FA should look into this. The game didn’t go as it is supposed to.”

According to Parker, the turning point of the match came midway through the second half, when a Burnley attacker appeared to be clipped inside the box. Despite players protesting and the Burnley bench erupting in disbelief, both the on-field referee and the VAR team waved play on.

VAR Decision Sparks Outrage

The incident has since become the centre of heated discussion, with fans replaying the moment across social media. While some argue the contact was minimal, Parker insists that the decision was “too obvious to ignore.”

Burnley’s staff claimed:

• There was clear contact between the defender and the attacker

• VAR did not call the referee for a review

• The communication seemed “unusually rushed and unclear”

• Chelsea benefited from what they described as an “unfair blind spot”

Parker even suggested that the officials “did not take the laws of the game seriously” during the moment.

Chelsea’s Victory Overshadowed

Despite the controversy, Chelsea were undeniably the better team throughout the match. Their possession, passing rhythm, defensive shape, and clinical finishing earned them a comfortable 2–0 win — a result that most neutrals believed was well deserved.

However, Parker insists that his side’s momentum and confidence were damaged by what he calls an “inexplicable officiating failure.”

“The FA Should Look Into This”

Parker’s comments escalated further as he called for an official inquiry:

“We can accept losing when the game is fair, but this? No. The FA should look into this. Something wasn’t right today.”

This is not the first time Parker has raised concerns about VAR implementation. The Burnley manager has previously voiced frustration about inconsistency, but today’s match may be the sharpest criticism he has delivered so far.

Burnley Fans Echo the Sentiment

Burnley supporters have rallied behind Parker:

• “Every week VAR makes it worse.”

• “If that’s not a penalty, then what is?”

• “We deserve fairness!”

Others, however, acknowledged Chelsea’s superiority and questioned whether the penalty would have changed the outcome.

Chelsea Camp Responds Calmly

On the other side, Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca downplayed the controversy:

“I think the referee made the right call. We played well, and we deserved the points. I saw nothing that should overshadow our performance.”

What Happens Next?

It is unclear whether the FA will respond to Parker’s emotional outburst, but his comments will certainly draw attention and possibly an inquiry or warning. Meanwhile, Chelsea continue their momentum while Burnley must regroup quickly to prevent this VAR frustration from affecting their upcoming fixtures.