The Premier League has seen its fair share of controversies in recent years, and the latest incident involving the refereeing of the match between Fulham and Chelsea at Craven Cottage on Sunday evening has reignited the debate.
The match ended in a goalless draw after both teams had multiple chances to score. However, the referee's decision to award a penalty to Chelsea for a foul on Fulham forward Aleksandar Mitrovic was met with widespread criticism from fans and pundits alike.
Many argued that the decision was harsh and unjustified, given that Mitrovic did not appear to have been fouled by the Chelsea player who received the foul. Some even suggested that the referee may have been influenced by political factors, as he is reportedly a close friend of former Prime Minister Tony Blair.
Despite the controversy surrounding the match, it remains to be seen whether or not the incident will lead to any changes in the way referees are appointed or regulated in the future. It is clear, however, that the Premier League needs to take steps to ensure that all decisions made during matches are fair and impartial, regardless of who the players are or where they play.