Lyndon Dykes lucky to escape punishment in ‘reckless’ moment for Scotland vs Denmark – Ex-FIFA ref
Lyndon Dykes was fortunate to avoid punishment in the first half of Scotland’s clash with Denmark on Friday.
In their opening World Cup qualifier, Scotland held Denmark to a 0-0 draw in Copenhagen on 5 September.
Steve Clarke’s men will look to build on their point when they face Belarus on Monday, 8 September.
Lyndon Dykes and Che Adams started up front for Scotland, while Bournemouth summer signing Ben Doak featured as a late substitute.
Lyndon Dykes escapes booking as Scotland draw to Denmark
This article contains exclusive comments from ex-PGMOL chief, FIFA official, and former professional referee Keith Hackett.
In the summer transfer window Dykes attracted interest from Hibernian, but stayed with Championship side Birmingham City.
Meanwhile, in the first half of Scotland’s draw with Denmark on 5 September, Dykes was not booked despite making contact with Joakim Mahle’s neck using his forearm.
Referee Daniel Siebert responded to the incident by awarding a free kick to the hosts, but the Scotland man did not receive a yellow card.
Keith Hackett gives verdict as Lyndon Dykes avoids yellow card
Scotland failed to scored against Denmark despite the efforts of stars like Napoli midfielder Scott McTominay.
Meanwhile, speaking exclusively to Football Insider about Dykes’ challenge, Hackett said: “This is an illegal use of the forearm by Lyndon Dykes clearly not seen by the referee.
“It is a reckless challenge and the player should have received the sanction of a yellow card.
“You will appreciate that under VAR criteria a replay of the incident cannot be involved in something which is not a sending off offence.”