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Controversial Offside Call Denies Wolverhampton Wanderers Goal Against Newcastle United
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Controversial Offside Call Denies Wolverhampton Wanderers Goal Against Newcastle United
The cap wearing referees assistant who flagged for Matthew Jarvis of Wolverhampton Wanderers saying the ball went out of play, leaving Kevin Doyle of Wolverhampton Wanderers to score a goal that was later disallowed for the ball going out of play
Wolverhampton Wanderers Football Club, commonly known as Wolves, is a professional football club based in Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England
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In this moment from the 2011-12 soccer season, Wolverhampton Wanderers (Wolves) were poised to take a decisive lead against Newcastle United at Molineux Stadium. Matthew Jarvis of Wolves skillfully controlled the ball on the touchline, leaving defender Danny Simpson in his wake, before delivering a pinpoint cross into the box. Kevin Doyle, the Wolves striker, leapt to meet the ball and headed it powerfully past the Newcastle goalkeeper, only for the celebrations to be cut short by an agonizing offside call. The assistant referee, clad in a distinctive cap, raised his flag, signaling that the ball had gone out of play in the build-up to the goal. The decision left the Wolves players and fans in disbelief, as replays showed that Doyle was marginally onside when the cross was delivered. The goal was disallowed, much to the frustration of Wolves manager Mick McCarthy and his players. The controversial call proved to be a turning point in the game, as Newcastle went on to secure a narrow victory. The incident sparked heated debates among soccer pundits and fans, with many questioning the accuracy of the offside decision. Despite the disappointment, Wolves continued to fight on, showcasing their resilience and determination throughout the season. This photo print, captured by Sam Bagnall of AMA, encapsulates the tension and drama of a pivotal moment in soccer history, leaving fans to ponder the what-ifs and reflect on the unpredictable nature of the beautiful game.
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