Chelsea faced frustration in the FA Cup final against Manchester City as their penalty appeal for Joao Pedro was denied after a collision with Abdukodir Khusanov late in the first half.

As the match remained goalless, VAR intervened to review the incident, but ultimately ruled in favor of the defending side, leaving Chelsea players and fans discontented.

Key moments include:

• Joao Pedro made a strong run towards the goal when Khusanov stepped into his path.
• The Brazilian appealed for a penalty, arguing that the contact warranted a spot kick, a sentiment echoed by many fans on social media.

However, pundits disagreed with the penalty claim:

• Alan Shearer remarked during the broadcast, "I don't think VAR will do anything with that, he stands firm, stands in his way, and I think that's really good defending."
• Ally McCoist added, "I think it's excellent defending. He just comes across and stands his ground."
• Steven Gerrard supported this view, stating, "It's a shoulder charge, isn't it? Brilliant in the duel this half, both him [Khusanov] and Marc Guehi."

Despite the consensus among commentators, many fans labeled the decision an "obvious" penalty, arguing that a foul would have been called if the contact occurred outside the area.

The tension continued into the second half as Chelsea faced another denied appeal when Enzo Fernandez's cross was blocked by Nico O’Reilly. As the match progressed, Pep Guardiola's side aimed for a historic domestic treble, intensifying the stakes in this fiery encounter.