Ex-PGMOL chief reveals what VAR should have done as Bournemouth denied penalty vs Brentford

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Credit: Imago, TNT Sports Ex-refs chief reveals what VAR should have done as Bournemouth denied penalty vs Brentford Wed 4 March 2026 11:17, UK Keith Hackett has insisted that VAR should have advised Craig Pawson to award Bournemouth a penalty against Brentford for Michael Kayode’s challenge on Marcus Tavernier.The former PGMOL chief and FIFA referee has told Football Insider that Tavernier was fouled by Kayode in the penalty area and a spot kick and red card should both have been given upon review.Bournemouth failed to convert their dominance into victory against the Bees on Tuesday night as the spoils were shared with a 0-0 draw at the Vitality Stadium.It was Tavernier who went closest to breaking the deadlock with chances in either half, but the Cherries forward felt as if he should have had a penalty while hitting the post during the latter opportunity.Keith Hackett fumes at VAR for not intervening with Marcus Tavernier penalty shoutAlex Jimenez’s threaded pass into Tavernier’s feet in the 48th minute saw the Englishman turn a shot goalwards that hit the base of Brentford’s left-hand post.Tavernier was caught by Kayode before connecting with the ball, and despite his protests, the decision not to award a penalty was upheld after a VAR review. MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Upon replay, it did look as if the Bees defender clipped his opponents’ heels, and Hackett believes that Bournemouth should have been awarded a spot kick, and Kayode deserved a red card.Speaking to Football Insider, he said: “There is little chance, frankly, of the referee being able to determine the contact of the foul challenge by the defender on the Achilles if the player in possession.“From this camera angle, VAR should have advised the referee to view the monitor for the award of a penalty kick.

This video angle indicates a foul.“With no alternative viewing angle, I suggest the award of a penalty kick and a red card for the denial of an obvious goal scoring opportunity.“It is not a double jeopardy incident and yellow card because the offender did not make a genuine attempt to play the ball.”Bournemouth must do all they can to keep hold of Marcos SenesiBoth defences were clearly on top at the Vitality Stadium, with Senesi putting in yet another strong performance to carry on his strong Bournemouth form.The Argentina centre-back made 10 defensive contributions, won four of his five ground duels and three fouls, while he also made 10 passes into the final third.He has now started 28 of the Cherries’ 29 Premier League outings this season, and is attracting interest from other sides ahead of his contract expiration this summer.Football Insider have revealed that Barcelona are leading the race for Senesi as it stands, but his latest fine showing proves that they must do more to make sure he signs a new deal before June. 🍒 Don’t Miss a Beat: Your AFC Bournemouth Insider Access Get the full story from the South Coast with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the Vitality Stadium.