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James Penrice sees Celtic penalty call split the pundits as Hearts get VAR answer over Liam Scales 'handball' snub

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The punishment of handball against James Penrice in Hearts' clash with Celtic has caused debate after the controversial call at Parkhead.

The Hearts star attempted to block Nicolas Kuhn's cross into the box before the ball appeared to make contact with his arm - but referee Colin Steven opted not to point to the spot following the initial contact.

The man in the middle would be sent to the pitchside monitor by the VAR - allowing Arne Engels to step up the penalty spot and open the scoring in Glasgow's east end.

Jambos' boss Steven Naismith was left fuming on the touchline, and BBC Sportsound pundit Michael Stewart confessed to having sympathy for the boss.

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