Former referee Howard Webb has finally commented on the controversial moment in Leeds United’s victory over Everton in the Premier League. Despite the focus on Leeds’ transfer window struggles, there are still noteworthy events from their initial three games in the Premier League.
Leeds managed to secure four points out of a possible nine, with only one goal scored during that time. The solitary goal came in their 1-0 triumph over Everton, which was surrounded by controversy.
The decisive goal was a penalty converted by Lukas Nmecha, awarded after James Tarkowski was judged to have handled the ball in the penalty area. While there was initial debate surrounding the decision, VAR ultimately upheld the penalty call.
During the review of the incident on Sky Sports’ Ref Watch, Howard Webb expressed his certainty regarding the penalty decision. Webb emphasized that in his view, when a player intentionally blocks the ball with their arm in the path of the ball, as Tarkowski did, it constitutes a clear handball offense and warrants a penalty kick.
Webb’s comments underscore the clarity in the decision-making process and affirm the validity of the penalty awarded to Leeds United against Everton.
