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Premier League Releases Statement on Penalty Decision as Arsenal Beat Everton 2-0

The Premier League confirmed VAR upheld the referee's decision after minimal contact in a key moment during Arsenal's 2-0 victory, extending their lead to 10 points.

  • On Saturday, Arsenal secured a 2-0 victory against Everton at Emirates Stadium, though the club was denied a first-half penalty after Kai Havertz was challenged by Michael Keane.
  • Referee Andy Madley waved play on immediately after the challenge, with the Premier League Match Centre later confirming VAR upheld the decision, deeming contact from Keane on Havertz "minimal."
  • Jamie Redknapp criticized the quick review, calling the decision "an absolute disgrace," while Alan Smith argued, "He just catches his left boot, it's a foul" regarding the incident.
  • Viktor Gyokeres broke the deadlock in the 89th minute after Jordan Pickford's mistake, then Max Dowman, 16 years and 73 days old, scored in injury time to seal the 2-0 win.
  • The victory moves Arsenal 10 points clear of Manchester City in the Premier League standings, extending their lead after withstanding early pressure from Everton at the Emirates.
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Daily Express broke the news in United Kingdom on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
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