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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Michael Jones

‘What is the point of VAR?’: Emma Hayes and Ian Wright lambast controversial decisions in England-Uruguay draw

Phil Foden was injured in a 'blatant red card' challenge - (AFP via Getty Images)

Emma Hayes and Ian Wright were left bewildered by controversial refereeing decisions made during England’s 1-1 draw with Uruguay on Friday night.

The duo spoke on ITV’s coverage as pundits for the match with Hayes lamenting the ‘inconsistences’ in the decision-making from the match officials and Wright calling out the decision to award Uruguay a late penalty.

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