Brentford Beats Reading to Reach Carabao Cup Fourth Round as Coach Slams VAR

Brentford secured a 2-1 win over League One side Reading to move into the Carabao Cup fourth round. The Bees have not lost a Premier League match this season, tallying one victory and three draws. Head coach Keith Andrews said the video assistant referee is stopping officials from making their own calls on the field. He voiced displeasure with the overall officiating in the cup tie. Reading defender Paudie O'Connor saw an early‑stage overhead kick disallowed after referee Tom Nield judged his foot too high. Royals manager Leam Richardson called the decision one of the three worst he has seen this year.