𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐬’ 𝐛𝐢𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝:
1. Man United vs Everton (2023–24, VAR):
Brooks was on VAR when Everton were awarded a penalty for a handball by Harry Maguire.
Many fans argued the contact was accidental, with his arm in a natural position.
Widely viewed as a harsh decision, especially compared to similar incidents that were not given.
2. Man United vs Wolves (2023–24, VAR – earlier phase):
While United benefited from a late decision, Brooks’ earlier VAR involvement raised concerns.
Critics pointed to inconsistent foul thresholds, arguing similar challenges were judged differently within the same match—fueling claims of selective officiating.
3. Liverpool vs Man United (2023–24, VAR):
Brooks was involved in VAR discussions during key penalty and foul appeals.
United fans felt dangerous attacking situations were not properly reviewed, while similar incidents for opponents often received more attention.
4. Brighton vs Man United (2022–23, Referee):
Brooks awarded a last-minute penalty to Brighton & Hove Albion for handball by Luke Shaw.
The ball struck Shaw from close range, and many argued it was unavoidable and extremely soft.
Brighton converted the penalty to win the match—making it a hugely decisive call.
5. Newcastle vs Man United (2023–24, Referee):
Allowed Newcastle United to play with a high level of physicality, with minimal fouls given.
Meanwhile, United players were booked for lesser challenges.
Seen as an uneven foul threshold and poor game control.
6. West Ham vs Man United (2022–23, Referee/VAR context):
Multiple penalty appeals for United were waved away.
Comparable levels of contact in other matches were being penalized.
Fans labeled it a pattern of inconsistency rather than one single major error.
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