Revealed: What VAR told referee Rob Jones that made him not issue a red card to Bournemouth player

Referee Rob Jones and Marc Cucurella
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Chelsea fans were left frustrated during their 2-2 draw against Bournemouth after David Brooks escaped a red card for elbowing Marc Cucurella.

The incident raised eyebrows as referee Rob Jones dismissed the potential red card without thoroughly reviewing the replay.

According to the Daily Mail, VAR official Graham Scott communicated with Jones during the decision-making process, reportedly saying, “It’s your gift.” This message seemingly placed the onus on Jones, who ultimately decided not to send off Brooks, deeming his actions to fall short of violent conduct.

Chelsea, who salvaged a draw through Reece James’ late free kick, may feel they were denied an advantage. A 10-man Bournemouth could have tilted the game further in the Blues’ favour, potentially ending their winless streak in the Premier League.

The incident has added to ongoing debates about the consistency and transparency of VAR decisions, especially in high-stakes matches.

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