The Premier League have given their reasoning for allowing VAR to intervene during Newcastle United's clash with Tottenham Hotspur on Tuesday evening.

Cristian Romero was picked up by VAR holding Dan Burn in the area during a Magpies corner, however, referee Tom Bramall seemingly saw nothing wrong with the coming together at first. After a brief pause in play while VAR scrutinised the footage, the official was asked to review the footage and make a decision.

Upon review of the incident, Bramall opted to award a penalty in the hosts' favour. And shortly afterward, the Premier League explained their decision for allowing VAR to get involved.

Taking to X, the Premier League Match Centre wrote: "After VAR review, the referee overturned the original decision of no penalty to Newcastle Unite

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