Luca Marelli, a refereeing analyst for DAZN, has provided his assessment of Daniele Doveri`s performance during the Parma-Inter game, focusing on key incidents starting with Thuram`s goal which made the score 2-0. Marelli commented, “The VAR check was extended to determine if Thuram had touched the ball with his hand. There`s no definitive proof of a handball; in fact, it appears there was always space between the ball and his arm. Consequently, the goal was confirmed after the VAR review, as they had to ensure there was no hand contact. While some angles might have raised initial doubts, clearer images resolved the situation, showing the space.”
Regarding Parma`s penalty appeal, Marelli stated, “There was contact between Carlos Augusto and Camara, but it was merely a slight push with the right hand, too minimal to warrant a penalty kick.”
Finally, concerning the yellow card issued to Zalewski, Marelli concluded, “He was in serious danger of a red card. Fortunately for him, there wasn`t direct contact between the sole of his foot and the opponent`s leg. The contact was tibia against tibia, which is why Doveri`s decision to only issue a yellow card for recklessness was correct.”