Manchester United became the first Premier League team affected by a controversial rule change as Jean-Philippe Mateta was allowed to retake his penalty following an accidental double-touch in their 2-1 win over Crystal Palace.

Manchester United have been told they were harshly treated after Jean-Philippe Mateta was permitted to retake his penalty , despite his own error, during their 2-1 win over Crystal Palace on Sunday afternoon. Ruben Amorim's men netted twice after the half-time break to secure a crucial three points, although not before drama surrounding Mateta's spot-kick.

A clumsy challenge by Leny Yoro on the Palace striker handed him an opportunity to break the deadlock from the penalty spot. Mateta coolly converted his effort, with Senne Lammens diving the wrong way, but

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