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Shearer slams VAR handball call

Alan Shearer has criticized a VAR decision involving Burnley, describing the handball rule as 'a mess'.

Former England captain Alan Shearer expressed his dissatisfaction with a VAR decision in a Burnley match, calling the handball rule 'a mess'. The incident occurred during a recent Premier League game where the video assistant referee's interpretation of the handball law came under scrutiny.

Shearer, who is now a prominent football pundit, joined a growing chorus of critics who believe the handball rule needs urgent clarification and simplification to avoid confusion among players, officials, and fans alike.