Manchester United 3-1 Arsenal: 3 talking points from the Gunners’ first defeat

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 04: Marcus Rashford of Manchester United scores their sides third goal during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Arsenal FC at Old Trafford on September 04, 2022 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 04: Marcus Rashford of Manchester United scores their sides third goal during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Arsenal FC at Old Trafford on September 04, 2022 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images) /
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Gabriel Martinelli had an early goal ruled out. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)
Gabriel Martinelli had an early goal ruled out. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images) /

3. More VAR controversy

It seems to be a weekly theme for Premier League teams. VAR is again at the centre of another controversy. While most of us agree that Odegaard’s challenge was likely a foul, was it enough to overturn a goal?

The answer is probably not, and having a goal chalked off hurt the Gunners. Goals change games, and the outlook of Sunday’s contest would’ve been completely different.

This isn’t the only game affected by VAR, as numerous calls over the weekend left us scratching our heads. Unfortunately, Arsenal will have to live it with.