Referee Did Not Call Penalty for Handball
During a Champions League game, Atlético Madrid’s Marc Pubill handled the ball in the penalty area. The referee initially stopped the goal and gave Pubill a yellow card. VAR did not review the decision.
The match was between Atlético Madrid and Barcelona. Marc Pubill committed the handball offense. The referee immediately stopped play and cautioned Pubill. However, the referee did not use VAR to check the incident. This caused disagreement among Barcelona supporters who wanted a penalty awarded.
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Highlights
Pubill Handled Ball
Marc Pubill touched the ball inside the penalty area during the match.
Initial Disallowance
The referee first stopped the goal because of the handball.
Yellow Card Shown
The referee gave Marc Pubill a yellow card.
VAR Did Not Intervene
The video assistant referee (VAR) did not change the decision.
Referee's Decision
The referee chose not to consult VAR for the handball.