Makkelie Stands by Penalty: "This Is Absolutely Not a Support Arm"
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Referee Danny Makkelie believes he awarded Feyenoord a justified penalty on Sunday in the Eredivisie match against sc Heerenveen. According to the referee, the Frisians committed a punishable handball, although there was considerable debate about this.
Danny Makkelie gave an explanation to ESPN after sc Heerenveen – Feyenoord (5-3) regarding the penalty awarded to the Rotterdam side in the first half. Vasilios Zagaritis touched the ball with his upper arm and armpit, after which a penalty was awarded. Makkelie emphasized that there was absolutely no question of a supporting arm.
Danny Makkelie still stands by the penalty Feyenoord was awarded against sc Heerenveen, even after reviewing the footage. The referee initially did not see the handball himself but trusted his assistant. According to Makkelie, there was no supporting arm involved and the decision was based on the...
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