Why West Ham didn’t get penalty against Burnley despite ball hitting Sander Berge’s hand

West Ham believe they should have been awarded a late penalty against Burnley after the ball hit Sander Berge’s hand.

The Hammers had to come from behind to seal a point against the Clarets on Sunday, drawing 2-2 at home in east London.

Berge handled the ball in the area but West Ham were not awarded a penaltyCredit: @westhamfootball XLate on in the match, Burnley midfielder Berge appeared to handle the ball in the box but a penalty was not given.

West Ham fans will certainly feel aggrieved as a spot-kick would have given them the chance to win all three points at the London Stadium.

However, it appears as though the correct decision was made, with both sides settling for a point each.

Why was a penalty not awarded?VAR checked the incident and a penalty couldn’t be given as Berge headed the ball onto his own hand when attempting to clear it.

READ MORE ON WEST HAMRules dictate that a mitigating factor in such a scenario is a clear change of trajectory when played by the same player.

This did not appear to be the case for Berge and West Ham boss David Moyes appeared defeated when reflecting on it.

“Well you arm shouldn’t be in front of your face when you’re heading it,” he told Sky Sports after the match.

Moyes’ frustrations were clear to see when he looked back on the incidentCredit: Getty”It should be out the side if you’re going to head the ball clear. It must be okay now, if I put my hands out and head it onto my hand, that seems to be okay, looks as if that rule is acceptable now.”