The regulatory explanation by Iturralde on why Carvajal's action against Llorente isn't a penalty The specialist arbitral from Carrusel detailed the reasons why Munuera Montero did not award a penalty in the incident that Atlético claimed. The official explanation provided by Iturralde clarified that Carvajal's contact with Llorente did not meet the criteria for a penalty. According to the rules, a penalty is only awarded if a player commits a foul that prevents the attacking team from playing the ball lawfully, such as a handball, trip, or push that stops the opponent from continuing play. In this case, Iturralde stated that Carvajal's action was a challenge for the ball, which is allowed under the regulations, and did not constitute a clear infringement. The specialist arbitral from Carrusel further explained that the referee's decision was based on the principle of "clear and obvious" fouls. Munuera Montero, the referee, assessed the situation and determined that the contact was minimal and did not significantly impede Llorente's ability to play the ball. The official emphasized that while the incident was contentious, the rules require a clear breach of conduct to warrant a penalty. Las Palmas, the team involved in the match, is focusing on advancing to the Primera División, the top tier of Spanish football. The outcome of the match and the referee's decision will play a crucial role in their campaign to secure promotion. The discussion around the penalty highlights the importance of strict adherence to the rules in high-stakes games, where even minor infractions can lead to significant consequences.#carvajal #las_palmas #llorente #iturralde #munuera_montero
