Tammy Abraham scored a controversial first goal for Aston Villa in their recent match, but replays indicate the goal would have been disallowed for offside had the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system been operational. The well-worked free-kick routine culminated in Abraham tapping the ball home, giving Villa an early lead. However, the decision was immediately questioned due to apparent offside positioning by Abraham before the kick was taken.

This incident reignites debate about VAR's implementation and its impact on match outcomes. Abraham, returning to Villa after a loan spell, finally found the net, marking a significant personal milestone for the striker after a period of adjustment.