Many people think that MU deserved a penalty in the match against Tottenham.
The most notable match of round 21 of the Premier League between MU and Tottenham took place very well and dramatically. MU took the lead twice with goals from Hojlund and Rashford. “Rooster” did not give up easily and equalized twice thanks to goals from Richarlison and Bentancur. The match ended with a draw of 2-2.
However, many people are demanding justice for MU because of the controversial situation between Garnacho and Udogie. They believe that the home team at Old Trafford should receive a penalty in this situation. At that time, the score was 1-1 and if MU had soon increased the score to 2-1, things could have been very different. Including Rashford’s goal, the “Red Devils” may have led by 2 goals at the end of the first half.
The situation took place in the 31st minute. Garnacho received a long pass from his teammate and then penetrated into the opponent’s penalty area. The visiting team’s left-back Udogie followed the Argentinian player very closely. Garnacho stopped the ball with Udogie’s tackle from behind.
The Italian defender used both hands to pull number 17 on the MU side back. Garnacho tried to escape but failed and fell down. However, the referee said it was not a foul and the match continued. The VAR team also agreed with the referee’s decision, so there was no video review at all.
Talking about this ball after the match, Ten Hag expressed his frustration. “It’s definitely a situation that deserves a penalty. But what can you do? I’m so used to being treated unfairly this season. In the first leg, Tottenham also escaped a penalty with Romero’s handball situation in the penalty area.
I don’t understand why either. I can list a series of similar situations. The only thing I can do is pray that next time the referee will treat us fairly.”