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Mauricio Pochettino claims VAR has ‘damaged’ SEVEN things in scathing rant after ref changes mind over late Chelsea goal [Video]

MAURICIO POCHETTINO slammed VAR for damaging SEVEN aspects of football.

The Chelsea manager, 52, was left furious on Saturday evening when his side had two goals against Aston Villa chalked off by the video assistant referee at Stockley Park.

Mauricio Pochettino was furious with referee Craig Pawson for ruling out a late Chelsea winner at Aston VillaCredit: PA
The Argentine let rip during his Match of the Day interviewCredit: BBC
Benoit Badiashile was penalised for bundling into Diego CarlosCredit: BBC

Firstly, Nicolas Jackson was just offside before racing through and finishing into the back of the net.

Then deep into injury-time, Axel Disasi thought he had completed a memorable turnaround from 2-0 down to seal a stunning 3-2 victory.

The header sparked incredible scenes between the Chelsea players and fans.

But VAR Chris Kavanagh told referee Craig Pawson to go over to the pitchside monitor to watch the replays.

And the official decided Benoit Badiashile had fouled Diego Carlos …

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