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Shearer slams Burnley VAR handball call

Alan Shearer has criticized a VAR decision in a Burnley match, describing the handball rule as 'a mess' following a controversial call.

Former England striker Alan Shearer has expressed his frustration with a VAR decision that went against Burnley, calling the handball rule 'a mess'. The controversial incident occurred during a match where a handball decision was made by the video assistant referee, prompting Shearer to voice his criticism on air.

Shearer, who is now a prominent football pundit, has been a vocal critic of the handball rule in recent seasons, arguing that it is too subjective and inconsistent. His latest comments come after another VAR decision divided opinion among fans and experts alike.