Former Italian referee Gianluca Paparesta expects Cuneyt Cakir to be suspended after a mistake in Milan-Atletico Madrid that can ‘cost the Rossoneri the qualification.’
The Turkish official is in the spotlight after awarding a controversial late penalty kick to Atletico Madrid in their Champions League clash against Milan.
Thomas Lemar handled the ball before Pierre Kalulu, so Atletico Madrid’s penalty should’ve been revoked by VAR.
It came after the Rossoneri midfielder Franck Kessié was sent off with two yellow cards in the first half.
Why VAR should’ve revoked Atletico Madrid penalty against Milan
Speaking to TMW Radio, former Italian referee Gianluca Paparesta said he expects UEFA to take action against Cakir.
“Absolutely, and I hope for a long time an explanation of refereeing mistakes because communication eliminates many problems. We are still behind,” the 52-year-old said.
“I did not understand the reasons why the Turkish referee did not even go for a VAR review.
“When a decisive penalty is awarded, the referee and the VAR must ensure that there are no flaws in the action,” he continued.
“You can see Lemar’s touch before that of Kalulu, a voluntary touch to settle the ball.
“The referee should have intervened and not validated the penalty kick. This result can cost the qualification to Milan.”
The Rossoneri have returned to the Champions League for the first time in almost eight years but have lost both their opening matches against Liverpool and Atletico Madrid.
They visit Porto on October 19 and host the Dragones at San Siro on November 3 in two crucial fixtures for their qualification hopes.