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Keith Hackett's verdict
1) The key with any handball decision is whether or not the action was deliberate. His arm clearly was not in a natural position, but the fact that his eyes were closed suggests it can't have been a deliberate offence. You cannot award a penalty here – play on. Thanks to Steve Longworth.
2) Wow. That's an instinct that needs to be kept under control. Quickly get a grip: blow your whistle, signal clearly that it's not a goal and apologise to both captains. You are considered part of the field of play – similar to a goalpost or flagpost – so had the ball hit you accidentally and deflected into the net it would have been a valid goal. But because you deliberately played the ball, the game has to be stopped. Restart with a dropped ball, then report yourself to the authorities after the match. You can expect an extended break. Ian Mathieson wins the shirt.
3) There's no offence here – play on. The defender entered the area after the kick was taken, so if he can outpace the ball and reach it before it crosses the line, he's done nothing wrong. Equally, had a striker entered the area after the kick was taken and reached the ball first, he would have been entitled to toe-poke it into the net for a valid goal. Thanks to Ryszard Kaleta.
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