The goal that was canceled in the Super League is being discussed by everyone: It was reviewed for 5 minutes in VAR.

08.02.2025 18:40

In the match where Konyaspor lost to Kayserispor 3-2, the green-whites' goal that equalized the score to 3-3 in the 86th minute was canceled due to offside after being reviewed by VAR for approximately 5 minutes, which became the highlight of the game. The Konyaspor side reacted strongly to the referee after the final whistle. This controversial incident has reignited discussions about VAR.

Kayserispor defeated Konyaspor 3-2 in the 23rd week of the Trendyol Super League, winning after 6 matches and securing their first victory of 2025. The match was marked by the guest team's disallowed goal.

5 MINUTES REVIEWED IN VAR: OFFSIDE

Konyaspor equalized to 3-3 with Hamidou Keyta's goal in the 86th minute, but after approximately 5 minutes of review in VAR, the goal was disallowed for offside. Additionally, Emmanuel Boateng, who wore the Konyaspor jersey, was sent off with a direct red card after a harsh intervention on his opponent in the 90+1 minute of the match.

Here is that position;

RAN TO THE REFEREE AS SOON AS THE MATCH ENDED

This decision caused controversy, while Konyaspor's Administrative Manager Hüseyin Bilgin went to referee Çağdaş Altay after the final whistle and showed the disallowed goal due to offside on a tablet. The position, which became a hot topic among football fans, brought the discussions about VAR back to the agenda.

KONYASPOR'S POST

On the other hand, the green-white club reacted to referee Altay in their match post on social media. A note was added to the post featuring a photo of Çağdaş Altay stating, "The match has ended."

Here is that post;