Saprissa manager Hernán Medford vehemently protested a missed penalty call during a recent match, directing his criticism towards the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) officials. Medford accused the VAR team of intentional bias, stating they "covered their eyes" and suggesting deliberate unfairness. The complaint stems from a perceived foul against player Luis Javier Paradela, which Medford believes warranted a penalty. He expressed strong dissatisfaction with the decision, implying a lack of objective assessment from those reviewing the play. This outburst highlights ongoing tensions surrounding VAR implementation and its impact on game outcomes in Costa Rican football. The incident is likely to fuel further debate regarding the consistency and transparency of VAR decisions.