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Ollie Watkins bemoans Champions League refereeing after Aston Villa were denied a late winner against Juventus

Ollie Watkins has expressed his frustration with the refereeing decisions in the Champions League, particularly highlighting the disparity in how fouls are called compared to the Premier League. In an interview with the Daily Mail, Watkins, who plays for Aston Villa, discussed how he feels referees in European competitions are less likely to give decisions in favor of forwards, impacting their ability to perform. He cited examples where he was fouled but no action was taken by the officials, suggesting that this inconsistency affects the game's flow and fairness. Watkins also touched on his aspirations to play in the Champions League regularly, emphasizing the need for better officiating to ensure a level playing field.

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