By In a decisive Euro 2024 match, Scotland’s coach Steve Clarke was left seeking explanations after a penalty was not awarded during their defeat against Hungary, which resulted in their elimination from the tournament. Clarke insisted that the incident, where Stuart Armstrong was taken down by Hungary’s Willi Orban, was a clear penalty. Despite the Argentinian referee Facundo Tello’s decision not to award it, and the VAR’s lack of intervention, Clarke remained adamant in his belief that the penalty should have been given.
Expressing his frustration, Clarke highlighted the critical nature of the non-call, suggesting that a penalty could have altered the outcome of the match. He also hinted at the possibility that a European referee might have been more suitable for the European competition. Kris Boyd, a former Scotland player, echoed Clarke’s disbelief, criticizing the decision and suggesting that if Tello had reviewed the incident on the pitch-side monitor, the initial decision might have been overturned. The team’s dismay was evident, as they believed the penalty was undeniable and could have changed the course of their campaign.
