Premier League explains why Manchester United were denied penalty against Fulham
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The Premier League has officially explained why Manchester United were not awarded a late penalty against Fulham, confirming the referee's decision to wave play on was correct despite the ball striking Calvin Bassey's hand. The incident occurred in the 86th minute of Sunday's 1-1 draw, with United trailing 1-0 at the time. Referee Peter Bankes and his assistants judged Bassey's arm was close to his body, a decision upheld by the video assistant referee after a check. The Premier League released the full conversation between officials, who agreed the arm position did not constitute a handball offence. United salvaged a point through an 89th-minute equaliser, following an own goal from Lisandro Martinez earlier in the match.