Feb 18 • 14:28 UTC 🇶🇦 Qatar Al Jazeera

Video: A penalty turns into an indirect free kick and confuses the audience

A bizarre incident during an English National League match between Rochdale and Scunthorpe led to confusion when a penalty awarded to Rochdale was invalidated in an unexpected manner.

In a recent match of the English National League between Rochdale and Scunthorpe, a peculiar scene unfolded that sparked widespread debate among fans and players. A penalty was initially awarded to Rochdale but was subsequently canceled when the player taking the penalty suddenly stopped mid-run and withdrew. This unusual decision led to an indirect free kick for the visiting team, raising numerous questions regarding the correct application of rules.

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