Premier League releases VAR audio explaining Manchester United penalty denial at Fulham

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The Premier League released VAR audio explaining why Manchester United were denied a penalty for a Calvin Bassey handball during their 1-1 draw at Fulham, confirming the on-field decision to play on. The incident occurred in the 86th minute when Lisandro Martinez's flick struck Bassey's hand. Referee Peter Bankes waved play on, with VAR official Nick Hopton supporting the call, noting "arms close to his body" during the review. United sit 12th in the table with five points from five games, matching their worst Premier League start from 2014-15. They face Tottenham on October 10 after the international break.


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