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Aaron Catterson-Reid

Former Premier League referee gives verdict on two major incidents during Leicester vs Arsenal

Former Premier League referee Dermot Gallagher has claimed that Arsenal should have been awarded a penalty during their 1-0 win over Leicester City on Saturday afternoon.

Bukayo Saka called for a spot-kick to be given after Harry Souttar appeared to haul him down in the box but referee Craig Pawson waived play on, with VAR deciding that it was not a clear and obvious error from the on-field official. However, Gallagher thinks the Gunners were unlucky to not be awarded the decision.

Speaking to Sky Sports, he said: "I think it's a foul Rob. I know Souttar will say he slips but I think, although he slips, he still grabs him (Saka).

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