Warnock calls Arsenal penalty 'bizarre' but not shocking

Former Liverpool defender Stephen Warnock described Arsenal's controversial penalty against Atletico Madrid as "bizarre" but not shocking in Champions League context. The decision came after Marcos Llorente's shot hit Ben White's leg and then his hand, with referee Danny Makkelie initially not awarding a penalty before reversing his decision after VAR consultation.

Steven Gerrard suggested referees may have been influenced by a similar penalty decision in PSG's match against Bayern Munich. Warnock believes the handball wouldn't have been given in an English domestic game, stating White's arm was in a natural position while attempting to block the shot. sport-newz.biz