Tottenham denied late penalty by VAR as Spurs drop crucial points against Leeds
The Premier League has issued an explanation after Tottenham were denied a late penalty against Leeds United by VAR, with Spurs forced to settle for a 1-1 draw as they continue to battle relegation
James Maddison failed to win Tottenham Hotspur a late penalty as he and Leeds United's Lukas Nmecha fought for the ball -Credit:Sebastian Frej/MB Media/Getty Images The Premier League has clarified why Tottenham Hotspur were denied a late penalty against Leeds United. Spurs were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw in Monday's game at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, leaving them just two points above West Ham United in the relegation zone. The home side did, however, have a strong penalty shout deep into added time when James Maddison went down under a challenge from Lukas Nmecha.
Referee Jarred Gillett dismissed the appeals, though a VAR review did follow. Ultimately, however, the original decision stood. Providing clarification via their Match Centre X account, the Premier League stated: "The referee's call of no penalty to Tottenham Hotspur was checked and confirmed by VAR – with it deemed that Nmecha played the ball.
" Real Madrid star hospitalized after locker room brawl with teammate Arsenal VAR controversy may spark IFAB corner kick law change after crucial West Ham win Mathys Tel not only scored Tottenham's only goal, but also gifted Leeds a penalty -Credit:Sebastian Frej/MB Media/Getty Images While the review was ongoing, Sky Sports co-commentator Alan Smith had already picked up on the Leeds player's touch on the ball, as per football. london . "VAR will certainly get involved here!
" He said. "He certainly catches Maddison. Does he get a touch on the ball?