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sports1 year ago

Controversial Penalty Decisions Dominate Champions League Quarterfinals

The debate rages on over two potential penalty decisions in the 2-2 draw between Arsenal and Bayern Munich, with controversy surrounding the referee's calls. The first incident involved Arsenal's Gabriel handling the ball inside the box, while the second saw Bayern Munich's goalkeeper trip Bukayo Saka. While some argue that both incidents warranted penalties, others believe the referee's decisions were justifiable. The debate highlights the contentious nature of refereeing decisions in football and the balance between following the letter of the law and applying common sense.

sports2 years ago

VAR controversy mars Man United's victory over Wolves

Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Gary O'Neil revealed that referee Jonathan Moss apologized for not awarding a penalty during their 1-0 defeat to Manchester United. VAR had checked and cleared the incident involving André Onana's challenge on Sasa Kalajdzic, but Moss admitted it was a "blatant penalty" that should have been given. Despite the controversial decision, Wolves had 23 shots against United, the second most at Old Trafford in 20 years, showcasing their attacking prowess.