Wolves goalkeeper Jose Sa has taken to social media to express his frustration and defiance following another instance of VAR controversy over the weekend.
Wolves suffered a disheartening 2-1 defeat at Bramall Lane against Sheffield United, and it was compounded by a late penalty awarded by referee Robert Jones. The penalty was given after Fabio Silva was deemed to have fouled George Baldock, although replays indicated that Baldock was already going to ground.
Oliver Norwood successfully converted the penalty, leaving Silva deeply upset. It’s a challenging moment for him, and he will require the support of the fans to overcome it.
At this juncture, Wolves fans have grown increasingly frustrated with both referees and VAR. This incident marked the fourth controversy of the season, and Gary O’Neil, following the game, suggested that his team might have been six points better off without these controversies.
Jose Sa, the Wolves goalkeeper, used social media to convey his strong emotions and resolve in response to these ongoing issues.
Jose Sa sends message on social media after latest VAR decision against Wolves
It’s evident that the repeated officiating errors are taking a toll on the players. It must be exceptionally frustrating for them to put in dedicated training and thorough preparation for matches, only to have points slip away due to factors beyond their control. This situation doesn’t need to persist.
Wolves goalkeeper Jose Sa, who earns £28,000 a week, expressed his frustrations on social media but also displayed a sense of defiance. In his message, he stated, “This team deserves RESPECT. We don’t give up, and we will come back stronger. Thanks to all fans for the support. ONE PACK.”
Max Kilman also joined Sa in conveying a defiant message on social media following the game. It seems that the frustration with the defeat was shared not only by the players but also by manager Gary O’Neil.
VAR incredibly frustrating, but Wolves must improve
It’s completely understandable that many Wolves fans are fed up with VAR, given the frequency of its contentious decisions. The impact of VAR on the team’s outcomes has been far too significant.
However, it’s also essential for Wolves to elevate their own performance. Ideally, they should aim to be in situations where they don’t have to rely on VAR or referee decisions for their results.
The performance against Sheffield United on Saturday was deemed subpar overall. If Wolves had been more clinical during the phases when they dominated in the first half, they might not find themselves discussing yet another decision that has cost them valuable points. Improving their on-field performance is key to reducing their dependence on VAR.
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