When Everton were robbed of a late penalty against Manchester City, they received an apology from the PGMOL. So why aren’t Newcastle getting the same treatment?
The Magpies played brilliantly on Sunday, but ultimately lost 1-0 to the European champions Chelsea.
A late goal from Kai Havertz settled the tie, but he arguably shouldn’t have been on the pitch. The German forward easily could have seen red for a first half elbow on Dan Burn.
But this wasn’t the biggest injustice that went against Newcastle at Stamford Bridge.
That came in the second half when Jacob Murphy was fouled in the Chelsea box by Trevor Chalobah. He had his shirt pulled, and was then tripped over for good measure.
But referee David Coote pointed for a corner, despite Chalobah not even touching the ball. A clear and obvious error was made, yet VAR decided that Newcastle did not deserve a penalty.
It was an outrageous decision, and one that cost Eddie Howe’s side.
When are Newcastle getting their apology from the PGMOL?
Newcastle have already made a complaint to the PGMOL this season. It came in December after a string of shocking decisions against them. The reply was amusing to Howe.
Everton then followed suit after a 1-0 defeat to Manchester City on February 26th. Rodri clearly handled the ball in the box, but neither the referee or VAR decided to give the Toffees a spot kick.
A few days later, PGMOL chief Mike Riley apologised to both Frank Lampard and Bill Kenwright. It was an odd decision, as it didn’t change anything. And it also set a dangerous precedent.
And with that in mind, where is Newcastle’s apology? They were the victims of an incorrect decision on Sunday and, like Everton, it cost them.
The Magpies played brilliantly at Stamford Bridge, and should have got something out of the game. And they more likely would have if the referee had given the blatant penalty.
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