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Robert Warlow

Howard Webb explains VAR decision in West Ham vs Newcastle United clash for Joelinton goal

Howard Webb has said that Joelinton's goal against West Ham United was an example of VAR working effectively.

The Brazilian scored Newcastle's second goal in their 5-1 win against West Ham at the London Stadium last month, with the Magpies midfielder initially flagged offside by the linesman after he put the ball into the net, before the decision was reviewed by the video assistant referee at Stockley Park.

After using crosshairs to put the lines on Joelinton and West Ham full-back Emerson Palmieri, the decision was made to overturn the on-field decision, with referee Craig Pawson urged to award the goal.

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