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Originally Posted by Matty81
That was a bit lame ruling out that goal over an accidental handball. Wondered would it have been a penalty if that happened to a defender - probably not for me. Good game to watch anyway.
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It's actually a very clear ruling based on a new rule.
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"Any goal scored or created with the use of the hand or arm will be disallowed this season, even if it is accidental,"
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The accidental bit is subject to interpretation for defenders but not for attackers.
Harsh? Yes. But nice and clear and equal for all.