India, July 2 -- England national football team: Former England striker Michael Owen and seasoned Premier League referee Graham Scott have sharply divergent opinions on the very contentious first-half penalty rejection involving England captain Harry Kane. The controversial incident happened during England's valiant 2-1 victory over the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32, which saw the Three Lions pull off a stunning comeback.

The incident unfolded in the 43rd minute when Kane burst through on goal, neatly rounded DR Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi, and appeared to be brought down as the sliding keeper made a challenge. Jordanian referee Adham Mohammad Tumah Makhadmeh instantly waved away England's pass...