This week on VAR You Serious we dive into one of the most open Premier League races in years as the title fight and the battle for the top five tighten up. With only a few points separating multiple contenders, we debate whether any club is consistent enough to run away with the league, if Manchester City’s transfer moves could swing the season, and whether teams like Aston Villa, Chelsea, Liverpool, United, Fulham or Brentford can truly hold their position as the pressure builds.

For Underdogs of the Week we break down major surprise results across Europe, including Augsburg ending Bayern’s unbeaten run, Bodø Glimt stunning Atletico Madrid, Marseille’s statement win over Lens, and FC Thun leading the Swiss League after promotion. Which upset actually signals a bigger shift and which is just a one-week shock?

Our VAR You Serious Moment of the Week centers on the wild Champions League clash between Real Madrid and Benfica. Two controversial red cards, Mbappé’s disallowed goal after taking the ball from the goalkeeper, and a 98th-minute winning header from Benfica’s keeper create one of the most chaotic endings of the season. We debate whether Madrid’s attitude cost them and if the officiating got the key decisions right.

We close with Parting Shots, tackling rapid-fire questions about a potential shock Champions League exit, Mbappé’s goal tally, Liverpool’s trophy chances, Chelsea’s treatment of Liam Rosenior, and the race for Premier League Player of the Season.

Fast debate, strong opinions, and football chaos from start to finish.