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Everton 'lodge a formal complaint' after being denied a penalty against Manchester City, with furious club demanding an apology and holding 'grave concerns' over the standard of officiating in other matches

Everton have reportedly lodged a formal complaint after being denied a penalty against Manchester City at the weekend, with the club also asking for an apology to Frank Lampard and his squad in the wake of the controversy.

City midfielder Rodri escaped an apparent handball call in the final knockings of the clash at Goodison Park at the weekend, with both the on-field officials and VAR deciding not to penalise the infringement.

The visitors went on to win 1-0 after Phil Foden's goal, leaving Everton with a sour taste. Today, The Athletic claim, they have formally taken issue with the decision.