VAR review: Was Sunderland's goal vs. Chelsea offside? Did Gakpo deserve a penalty?

Video Assistant Referee causes controversy every week in the Premier League, but how are decisions made and are they correct?

This season, we take a look at the major incidents to examine and explain the process both in terms of VAR protocol and the Laws of the Game.

- VAR review: Should Man United have had a penalty vs. Brighton?

Andy Davies (@andydaviesref) is a former Select Group referee, with over 12 seasons on the elite list, working across the Premier League and Championship. With extensive experience at the elite level, he has operated within the VAR space in the Premier League and offers a unique insight into the processes, rationale and protocols that are delivered on a Premier League matchday.

Chelsea vs. Sunderland

Referee : Andy Madley

VAR : Craig Pawson

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