By Seyi Babalola
The Premier League on Monday night, released a statement explaining why the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) intervened to ensure Chelsea were not denied their first goal in the 3-1 victory over Wolves.
The ball bounced into the direction of Tosin Adarabioyo, who swept home in a packed penalty area.
The linesman instantly raised his flag to signal offside. However, the goal was granted following a VAR review.
The Premier League has now confirmed that Tosin was played onside by Matheus Cunha in a statement.
It reads: “The referee’s call of no goal was checked by VAR, who determined that Tosin was in an onside position and recommended that the goal was awarded.”
Sky Sports commentator Alan Smith broke the incident down, saying: “Tosin does well to react and control the ball on his thigh and dispatch the finish.
“He’s not one of the likely ones you would expect to score. Matheus Cunha on the far side played him onside when Reece James let fly.”
Tosin now has three goals in as many appearances for Chelsea, having scored twice in the FA Cup against Morecambe.
Chelsea were pegged back on the stroke of halftime when Matt Doherty tapped home the ball following a Robert Sanchez error.
But Marc Cucurella and Noni Madueke scored to seal the win.