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There was much controversy as Leeds United hosted Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League. Two notable incidents caught the eye in the first half alone.
The first involved a potential handball shout on Spurs Mateus Fernandes, but VAR checked and cleared the possible penalty. Adding to the drama, Jayden Bogle was then somewhat fortunate to avoid a red card for his strong tackle on Mathys Tel.
The Leeds defender caught the Frenchman late, with his studs crashing into the back of Tel's ankle. Once again, VAR looked over the incident but stuck with the on-field decision from referee John Brooks.
Tottenham star Tel was forced off with injury, adding to the anger from the club's support. The Premier League, however, have now shared a statement on the incident, explaining:
'The referee’s call of no red card to Bogle for the challenge on Tel was checked and confirmed by VAR.
VAR: “I'm confirming the on-field decision of no red card. There’s a lack of speed going into the challenge and he’s stepping into the tackle. Confirming a reckless challenge”.'
This didn't go down well, though, with one Spurs fan replying: "@PLMatchCentre disgusting that was not given a red card?????? What the hell. That man on var needs sacking."
Many others online were in agreement, as most felt Bogle was lucky not to see red.
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