Sky Sports commentator Andy Hinchcliffe is adamant that Fulham striker Aleksander Mitrovic should have been shown a red card against Leeds United.
The former Newcastle United forward clattered into Ben White in the opening exchanges, with replays showing the striker led with his elbow.
However, the incident was missed by the on-field officials, making it likely that Mitrovic will be issued a retrospective ban this week.
Hinchcliffe was clearly angered by the incident and quickly made it clear that the striker was fortunate not to be issued a straight red.
"It's going to be a physical battle with Ben White up against Mitrovic and that is really naughty, it really is a red card offence," he said on Sky Sports' commentary.
"It's completely unnecessary, he knows what he is doing and he's put an elbow into the face of White. He is very fortunate to still be on the pitch.
"You need aggression but in the right areas. That's not aggression, it's stupidity. As a coach that must drive you mad."
Former Newcastle boss Steve McClaren, who signed the Serbian striker during his time on Tyneside, added that it was not surprising given his style.
"That's how he is, that's what he was like as a kid when we signed him for Newcastle. He's so aggressive, he bullies you," the ex-England boss added.
"That's what he did. The first five games he played, I think he got sent off twice for us. He has to calm down, he has to control his emotions and play the game."
