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DFL Backs VAR Non-Call After Wolfsburg’s Denied Penalty in Leipzig’s 1–0 Win

Wolfsburg leadership labeled the decision unacceptable based on replays suggesting a handball.

Overview

  • In the 16th minute, Kilian Fischer’s shot for Wolfsburg appeared to deflect off RB Leipzig midfielder Assan Ouédraogo’s raised hand inside the box.
  • Referee Dr. Robin Braun consulted VAR and let play continue without a penalty after an initial goal-kick signal.
  • The DFL told Sky it found no image that showed the handball with 100 percent clarity, so the on-field decision stood.
  • Coach Paul Simonis and captain Maximilian Arnold criticized the non-call, describing it as a clear handball that should have led to a spot kick.
  • Leipzig won 1–0 on an eighth-minute goal by Johan Bakayoko, leaving Wolfsburg on five points from five matches and sitting 12th.