'Get Rid of VAR' – Should Henderson Have Been Sent Off in the FA Cup Final?

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Crystal Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson was the focal point during Saturday's FA Cup final against Manchester City.

The England international made a series of outstanding saves, including a full-stretch dive to his right to deny Omar Marmoush's penalty, which helped the Eagles secure a 1-0 victory at Wembley.

However, should Henderson have remained on the pitch for those crucial interventions?

Manchester City defender Josko Gvardiol played a long ball over the top for Erling Haaland to chase. Henderson hesitated before extending his hand outside the box to deflect the ball away from the striker.

The video assistant referee (VAR) reviewed the incident and allowed play to continue without any sanction.

The explanation was that Haaland's direction made it a possible, but not obvious, goalscoring opportunity.

Former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney, commenting on BBC One, stated it was '100% a red card' and called for 'getting rid of VAR'.

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'Get Rid of VAR' – Should Henderson Have Been Sent Off in the FA Cup Final?

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