Maddison says referees are petrified of making decisions

James Maddison, Tottenham's midfielder, has expressed his frustration with referees, stating they are "petrified" to make decisions. His comments come after a stoppage-time penalty was denied to his team in a match against Leeds. Maddison believes referees are hesitant to make calls, particularly in high-pressure situations. The incident has sparked debate about referee decision-making in the sport.

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