Frank Lampard calls for handball rule to be standardised across all competitions

Lampard revealed that referees’ bosses told Chelsea the Blues should have been awarded a penalty for Harry Maguire’s challenge on Cesar Azpilicueta at Old Trafford
Frank Lampard has called on football’s authorities to streamline the rules across all competitions. Picture: Molly Darlington/PA

Frank Lampard has called on football’s authorities to streamline the rules across all competitions. Picture: Molly Darlington/PA

Frank Lampard has called on football’s bosses to sharpen up video reviews and standardise handball rules across all competitions.

Lampard revealed that referees’ bosses told Chelsea the Blues should have been awarded a penalty for Harry Maguire’s challenge on Cesar Azpilicueta in the goalless Premier League draw at Manchester United.

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