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West Ham boss Moyes: Journalists put managers in position to be fined

West Ham boss David Moyes admits he can't get bogged down in the debate about VAR.

Moyes says their past complaints haven't gone far.

He said, "When we make our opinion known, they don't have much impact.

"A few incidents have been highlighted - mainly from the big clubs, as if it doesn't also affect the rest of us. I think we are all disappointed with what we get back (from PGMOL).

"Managers are fined for talking straight out of the bag. I can be fined.

"We are asked twenty minutes after a match about things that can get us into trouble and give us fines.

"I would like the journalists to respect the managers and not put them in those situations.

"Managers have to be defensive and refrain from sharing our true feelings because we know there will be fines if we speak our mind.

"If you want honest opinions, take it up with others. From time to time you will have a tantrum, and maybe that's what you want."

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