"The incident was correctly assessed on the pitch by Doveri. What we read about the incident surprised us, we have no doubts because it is an arm that remains in shape and Ricci even tries to remove it. If the ball had not been hit by his arm it would have gone to his chest, so it is a tackle in shape."
"I would add that it is more effective to evaluate certain incidents dynamically rather than in slow motion which could create doubts that should not exist for us in a situation like this. The VAR had no doubts and therefore there was no need to do an on-field review."
"Chest, nothing, nothing, nothing, all natural. Check completed. Never, never. Try removing everything. Besides, it's in the body, so it doesn't do anything."
During the closing stages of an Inter vs Milan match, Inter appealed for a penalty when Ricci blocked a pass with his arm in the penalty box. Italian media and experts unanimously agreed it was not a handball offense due to the proximity of the ricochet, Ricci pulling his arm back toward his body, and the ball striking his midriff rather than his extended arm. Referee Doveri and the VAR room quickly confirmed the decision was correct. CAN member Mauro Tonolini stated the incident was properly assessed, noting Ricci maintained a natural defensive shape and attempted to withdraw his arm. The VAR team found no reason to recommend an on-field review.
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