EPISODE · Feb 16, 2026 · 43 MIN
Do We Actually Miss VAR in the FA Cup?
from Just For Kicks · host BFM Media
It was a weekend full of talking points, as Newcastle's victory away at Aston Villa was overshadowed by a few controversial decisions made by the referee. While some fans welcome the early stages of the FA Cup as it means football without VAR, did this match somehow justify the need for one? Our pundits share their thoughts on the issue, and look back on a weekend that saw no major giant killings, but good football regardless. They also look ahead to the UEFA Champions League Play-Offs happening later in the week. All these, and more, on another episode of Just For Kicks!
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It was a weekend full of talking points, as Newcastle's victory away at Aston Villa was overshadowed by a few controversial decisions made by the referee. While some fans welcome the early stages of the FA Cup as it means football without VAR, did this match somehow justify the need for one? Our pundits share their thoughts on the issue, and look back on a weekend that saw no major giant killings, but good football regardless. They also look ahead to the UEFA Champions League Play-Offs happening later in the week. All these, and more, on another episode of Just For Kicks!
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