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Premier League Referees Face Handball Controversies Amidst Debates

1/26/2026

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Craig Pawson, Premier League referee, was praised for ruling against a handball by Harry Maguire in the Manchester United–Arsenal match.
Darren England, Premier League referee, awarded a penalty for a non-deliberate handball by Jaydee Canvot, sparking debate.
Farai Hallam, a Premier League referee, faced scrutiny over a potential handball by Yerson Mosquera but upheld his call.
Overall, handball interpretations vary, with a preference for clear-cut cases in the Premier League.

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Story summary

Craig Pawson, Premier League referee, was praised for ruling against a handball by Harry Maguire in the Manchester United–Arsenal match.
Darren England, Premier League referee, awarded a penalty for a non-deliberate handball by Jaydee Canvot, sparking debate.
Farai Hallam, a Premier League referee, faced scrutiny over a potential handball by Yerson Mosquera but upheld his call.
Overall, handball interpretations vary, with a preference for clear-cut cases in the Premier League.