Referee boss crystal clear about controversial challenge in Ajax - PSV: 'The body is a weapon here, so it's a red card'

The KNVB refereeing chief has officially stated that Ruben van Bommel should have received a red card for his challenge on Aaron Bouwman during the Ajax-PSV match. Despite the initial decision by the referee and VAR to issue only a yellow card, officials now argue the play posed an unacceptable risk to opponent safety.

Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.