Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville has reignited his feud with Nottingham Forest after the club's extraordinary social media outburst following their 2-0 defeat against Everton at Goodison Park.
Forest's Explosive VAR Statement
The controversy erupted when Nottingham Forest's official Twitter account posted a message questioning the appointment of VAR official Stuart Attwell, suggesting he was allegedly supporting Luton Town, who are battling relegation alongside Forest.
The now-deleted post stated: "We warned the PGMOL that the VAR is a Luton fan before the game but they didn't change him. Our patience has been tested multiple times."
Neville's Furious Reaction
Speaking on Sky Sports, Neville didn't hold back in his criticism of Forest's conduct. "I thought it was a tweet that was like a petulant child, absolutely embarrassing," the pundit declared.
Neville went even further, suggesting the club should face severe consequences for their actions. "Nottingham Forest, that football club, now feel like they're being picked on. That is a horrendous statement to put out. I'm not sure what the FA will do with that, I'm not sure what the Premier League will do, but I'd throw the book at them."
Controversial Penalty Decisions
The match saw three separate penalty appeals from Nottingham Forest turned down, with manager Nuno Espirito Santo confirming the club would be exploring their options regarding an official complaint.
Forest defender Neco Williams revealed the team's frustration, telling reporters: "Every week we are getting decisions against us. It is three clear penalties, everyone watching watching the game knows they are penalties."
Relegation Battle Intensifies
The defeat leaves Nottingham Forest just one point above the relegation zone, increasing the pressure on the team as they fight to maintain their Premier League status. The controversial decisions could have significant implications for the club's survival hopes.
Meanwhile, Gary Neville's strong words have added fuel to an already fiery situation, ensuring this VAR controversy will dominate Premier League discussions in the coming days.
