'We don't know what is a foul' - Nuno wants set-piece review
BBC Sport · 2026-03-06 · archive
With increased attention on grappling at corner kicks in the Premier League, West Ham head coach Nuno Espirito Santo wants officials to explain what is and is not a foul.
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West Ham United head coach Nuno Espirito Santo has requested a formal review from Premier League officials regarding the criteria for fouls during set-pieces. This appeal follows heightened scrutiny of physical contact and grappling between players during corner kicks. Seeking to address ambiguity in recent refereeing, Nuno is pushing for a definitive explanation of the rules to ensure greater consistency during matches. As officials increase their focus on monitoring activity inside the penalty area, the head coach is advocating for a more transparent standard. This move highlights broader league-wide discussions concerning how contact is interpreted during current dead-ball situations.
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