It’s not a penalty. Neither was ours. You can’t defend with your arms literally against your side at all times, it’s nonsense.
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Ah ok. I've just never seen that many City players in their own box, ever!
"Doesn't matter if it's a shit rule, as long as it's applied consistently it's okay". Sigh.
At least Jenas's voice doesn't go all screechy.
He knew where the ball was going since he had time to jump up and almost do a 360 when blocking the shot.Not this shit again
unless he does that at random tomes during the game mind.
When was the last that was the case? The atmosphere was dire against Sevilla last season and the same again against Juve and PSG this season too.
How long you got?
Porto nearly gifted Liverpool a second
Everyone in the studio is gong to agree with Jenas. Just wait and see
He's a fine co-commentator, who's adjusting to a new world. You're kidding yourself if you believe anyone else in the game is any different.
He's a fine co-commentator, who's adjusting to a new world. You're kidding yourself if you believe anyone else in the game is any different.
On another note - is it really "Fay-bian Delph?" And not Fabian?
So the other team should be punished because you go in with your arms up?
It's not a booking but it's a pen. The advantage was given to the correct team.
City can’t get anything going through the middle at the moment.
IMO if your arms aren't tight to the side of your body and it hits you it should be a penalty. That's the best way to do it and leaves no room for debate etc.
But no-one jumps or dives like that unless they're competing against Tom Daley.
Give them pogo sticks then they wouldn't have to move their arms.
It's as much the fault of the attacker hitting the arm than it is the fault of the defender having his arm there while trying to block the shot, but giving a penalty for that is a way too big advantage for the attacking team. It doesn't make sense at all and will ruin the art of defending.
Too many dinosaurs in this thread.
City don't look too good after that pen miss
Jenas: "This is what Kane's brilliant at"
Cut to shot of Kane falling on his arse! Ha! Jenas you idiot.
Cut to shot of Kane falling on his arse! Ha! Jenas you idiot.
It's two separate arguments.
The rule is currently a ratified law of football and it's being applied correctly and consistently where there is VAR available.
The law may or may not be suitable for purpose and its fair to argue this point.
Eriksen has done a good job at switching the play in City’s half. Kane too.
Spurs pressing very well. State of Delph compared to every other City midfielder.
Then if they get an unfair advantage due to using their arms it's corrected with a pen. Whats the issue?
Great reffing that!
You don't apply a rule like that and it gets really subjective. I think the rule is fine, but players should only be booked if deliberate (so not sure why Rose was booked)
It's the attackers fault Rose went in like he did?
Spurs have to capitalise while they are on top. Otherwise I can see City settling and scoring.
What we wont get tomorrow...
The booking was really harsh.
Spurs front 3 playing well. Alli in particular looking sharp.
Penalty - clear as day.
Then they risk giving a penalty away then don't they.
Rose is taking a lot of risks.
2-0 Firmino.
As I said mate. Tie over. Porto are fecking useless.5 minutes into a 180 minute tie at 1-0 is far from over (but Porto are highly unlikely to get past us)...
There's a reason why I'm watching the Spurs/City game instead
What is even the point of Porto at this stage of the CL?
Yeah, no excuse there whatsoever.Penalty - clear as day.
Notice how the liverpool fans are very concerned about this in a season where they've gotten away with a number of awful decisions.... makes you think doesn't it
Porto are a bloody disgrace
I agree with this. It should only be a card if its intentional.