Referee admits VAR error in Chelsea vs Spurs match to protect colleague
- Former Premier League referee Dean says he failed to correct mistake by referee Taylor in Chelsea vs Spurs match.
- Dean was VAR official when Romero pulled Cucurella's hair before Spurs goal, but did not ask Taylor to review.
- Both managers Tuchel and Conte booked after Taylor did not penalize challenge on Havertz.
- Dean acknowledges he made "really bad call" in order to avoid putting pressure on friend Taylor.
- The decision impacted Dean, as he was taken off VAR duty for two months before retiring.