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Bayern Star Muller: Controversial Non-Penalty Call in Arsenal Match

Müller's Frustration Over Non-Penalty

Bayern Munich's star forward, Thomas Müller, has expressed his frustration over the controversial non-penalty call during their match against Arsenal FC on Wednesday.

Gabriel's Challenge on Gnabry

The incident occurred in the second half when Serge Gnabry attempted to break through Arsenal's defense. Gabriel, who was guarding Gnabry, made a sliding challenge that many believed warranted a penalty. However, the referee waved play on.

Müller, who was in close proximity to the incident, was visibly upset with the decision. He argued that there was clear contact between Gabriel and Gnabry, which should have resulted in a penalty. The German international took to social media after the match to voice his displeasure, posting a tweet saying, "That was a clear penalty. Unbelievable."

Impact on Bayern's Victory

The controversial non-penalty call did not ultimately affect Bayern Munich's victory as they secured a 2-0 win over Arsenal. However, Müller believes that the missed penalty could have had significant implications for the game.

"It could have been a different story if we had scored that penalty," Müller said in an interview after the match. "We would have had a comfortable lead and could have played more relaxed in the second half."

Calls for VAR Review

The incident has reignited the debate over the use of Video Assistant Referees (VAR) in football. Müller believes that VAR should have been used to review the challenge and make a more accurate decision.

"I think VAR would have helped in this situation," Müller said. "It's a tool that can be used to correct mistakes, and it should be used more often."

The non-penalty call in the Bayern Munich vs. Arsenal match has highlighted the ongoing controversy surrounding refereeing decisions in football. Müller's frustration has fueled the debate over the use of VAR and the need for greater accuracy in officiating.