Dermot Gallagher has insisted referee John Brooks made the right call to award Brentford a penalty on Saturday. Dan Burn was penalised shortly after the half-time interval when the ball struck his arm from close range.
Aaron Hickey, less than a few yards from the Newcastle United defender, headed the ball off his arm and a spot-kick was given. Some Toon supporters felt there was little Burn could do to avoid contact and the decision was unjust.
The goal-fest that ensued meant there was little post-match outrage as the Magpies recorded a comfortable 5-1 victory. However, 24 hours later, a similar incident saw Arsenal defender Gabriel avoid punishment - provoking debate about refereeing inconsistencies.
