Official Site of Crystal Palace · Oct 15, 2020
Explaining Premier League's new handball interpretation and effect on Everton penalty
Before the latest round of fixtures, the Premier League altered its guidance to referees regarding the handball interpretation, reacting to a series of controversial recent decisions - including that which saw Palace lose to Everton.
Joel Ward was penalised when a Lucas Digne header struck his arm in the box, enabling Richarlison to score from 12 yards and secure Everton the three points.
Under the new Premier League guidance, this would no longer be adjudged as handball.
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Altered Premier League guidance
In determining whether or not a handball should be penalised the following factors will be considered:
Position of the arm