Brentford’s Andrews calls for human referees after Carabao Cup win

Brentford’s victory over Reading secured a place in the Carabao Cup fourth round, adding another milestone to the club’s cup run. The win came in a tightly contested match that highlighted the importance of decisive officiating in knockout football.

Following the match, head coach Keith Andrews expressed frustration with the role of the video assistant referee. He argued that VAR is preventing on‑field referees from making decisions during the game.

Andrews said that referees should be allowed to manage the flow of play and make calls in real time, rather than relying on technology to step in. He believes this would preserve the human element of the sport.

The debate over VAR’s influence in modern football has intensified in recent weeks, with clubs and managers weighing in on how best to balance technology and traditional refereeing.

Brentford will now prepare for their fourth‑round opponent, and Andrews hopes that the match will feature fair and timely officiating that respects the referee’s authority on the pitch.