Posted by Dermot Gallagher, a former Premier League official, has stated he comprehends why Arsenal did not receive a penalty for what appeared to be a foul on Gabriel Magalhaes during their 0-0 draw with Newcastle United.
During the second half, the Brazilian defender went down in the box, and Dan Burn appeared to be holding his shirt.
Referee Andy Madley disregarded the first of the Gunners’ two penalty requests.
The second occurred in the last seconds of the game when the ball struck Jacob Murphy’s arm.
Madley declined to indicate the location, and the VAR did not step in either.
It was challenging for the referee because, although you couldn’t see his viewpoint there, he couldn’t really see due to the players surrounding him, according to Gallagher, who spoke to Sky Sports. You can see that when the VAR looks at it, which is why I believe Dan Burn has taken a huge risk.
“I believe he has won the argument there because it is simpler to defend a penalty when you watch the replay. However, considering the way they want the VAR to function now, I can see why it wasn’t offered.