Open arms is not a penalty? Premier League official: VAR check believes Keane’s arm is in a reasonable position

6:10am, 4 November 2025 Sports

In the 10th round of the Premier League, Sunderland drew 1-1 with Everton at home. In the 72nd minute, Sadiqi's cross in the penalty area hit Keane. The referee did not award a penalty kick, and VAR intervened to uphold the penalty.

The Premier League's official explanation: "The referee's decision that Sunderland did not have a penalty kick was checked and confirmed by VAR because Keane's arm was considered to be in a reasonable position."

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Open arms is not a penalty? Premier League official: VAR check believes Keane’s arm is in a reasonable position

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