‘I’ll get a fine’
Calvin Bassey was clearly not that impressed with the referee’s performance at Craven Cottage.
The Fulham defender was penalised for fouling Mason Mount in the first half, with Bruno Fernandes then smashing the resulting penalty well over the bar.
Bassey said: “We did well to get back into the game. Of course, they have missed a penalty as well.
“I think it is harsh. I understand why it is given. Where my foot is, I am trying to stay strong. I have sort of pulled him over my foot.
“Refs have got to protect us as well. I am strong. If it is someone stronger, it doesn’t look as bad.
“You have seen it given, and you have not seen it. Everything looks worse in slo-mo.
“Something to learn for me and all the boys – to be a bit more streetwise.”
Bassey was also seemingly pushed by Lenny Yoro for the United goal and added: “It is enough for me to not be able to win the ball and it is an advantage to him. It should have been disallowed.
“When the referee looks back at I think they will be disappointed. I cannot say too much, otherwise I will get a fine!
“It is a foul. When you go up to a jump, any little touch can put you off.
“He wasn’t trying to speak to me – he was trying to speak to my captain.
“What do you want me to do? Jump on the floor. It is enough for me to not be able to win the ball.”
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