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Fans expressed their anger as Crystal Palace endured what they termed a “theft” against Arsenal, asserting that Gabriel Jesus’ goal was “clearly offside”.
The North London club progressed to the Carabao Cup semi-final after a thrilling 3-2 win over Crystal Palace.
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Jesus achieved a hat-trick, while Jean-Philippe Mateta and former Gunner Eddie Nketiah scored for Palace.
However, controversy stirred with Jesus’ second goal as supporters argued replay footage indicated the striker was offside.
Bukayo Saka set up Jesus, who drilled the ball past Dean Henderson, sparking significant online backlash.
One viewer commented: “Anyone with eyes can tell Gabriel Jesus is clearly offside before he scored.”
“Arsenal should consider themselves incredibly lucky here. It’s as though the officials have forgotten how to do their jobs without VAR.”
Another remarked: “The linesman had a CLEAR view but STILL couldn’t notice that Gabriel Jesus was OFFSIDE!”
A fan expressed: “Gabriel Jesus is evidently offside for the second goal. Crystal Palace has been wronged!”
On the other hand, another fan countered: “He’s not. The defender in front of him keeps him onside.”
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VAR will not be in effect until the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup – with Arsenal joining Newcastle and Liverpool in the final four.
Jesus stated: “I’ve scored many goals, but sometimes there’s this problem of not scoring enough.”
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“I can generate chances, assist, run, and support the team defensively.
“When I score, everyone pays attention, but when I don’t, the expectation is that a striker must score goals, which I agree with.
“That’s why I’m intensely dedicated in training, focusing on finishing and positioning myself properly to seize goal-scoring opportunities. I feel my efforts are beginning to show results.”
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