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'It just hit my hand, there wasn't much I could do about it': Joe Gomez admits his frustration at handball law and calls for 'common sense' after VAR awarded Manchester City a penalty for Liverpool defender's block on Kevin De Bruyne cross

Joe Gomez has vented his frustration at the handball rule after a penalty was awarded against him during Liverpool's 1-1 draw with Manchester City.

Gomez was penalised for unintentionally handling Kevin De Bruyne’s cross in the first half of the game, but much to Liverpool's delight, the City talisman failed to convert from the penalty spot.

Gomez has called for 'common sense' to be used in the future as the new handball rule continues to cause plenty of debate in the opening months of the season.

Joe Gomez (above right) vented his frustration at the handball rule after the Liverpool game

When asked about the penalty decision after the game, Gomez said: 'On a personal note it's frustrating.