Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has reacted to the decision to award Argentina a penalty against Austria, saying it was a “straightforward” and accurate judgment by referee Amin Omar during their FIFA World Cup encounter.
It happened early in the match when Inter Milan forward, Lautaro Martínez, fell inside the penalty area following a challenge, which led to a review by VAR.
After deliberation, the referee awarded the penalty, although Lionel Messi was unable to convert it.
In his analysis on Super Sport, Troost-Ekong said that the contact on Martínez was clear, emphasizing that the primary concern was the timing of the tackle in relation to the ball.
“The moment...
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World Cup: Ex-Super Eagles star, Troost-Ekong reacts to Lionel Messi’s penalty against Austria
Source: Daily Post
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