Leicester reap rewards of another VAR controversy 

Wolves will feel hard done by as the first spot kick was given after Dennis Praet’s cross hit Max Kilman’s forearm from point-blank range, opening up the debate on the laws of handball.
Leicester reap rewards of another VAR controversy 

Wolves manager Nuno Espirito Santo awaits the outcome of Anthony Taylor’s VAR review during yesterday’s Premier League match against Leicester at the King Power Stadium. Picture: PA

Leicester City benefitted from a helping hand on their way to the top of the Premier League – at least for a couple of hours – as VAR saw them deservedly overcome Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Jamie Vardy scored one penalty and had another one saved but his goal proved the difference between these Midlands rivals.

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