Penalty or free kick for Orlando Pirates?

Siyabonga Mbatha tries to keep the players calm during a penalty disagreement

Did referee Abongile Tom make the right decision to award Orlando Pirates a penalty instead of a free-kick after discussing the incident with the assistant referee?

In what was a scrappy affair Pirates were awarded a questionable penalty in the 18th minute when Siphesihle Ndlovu was tackled by Sibusiso Mabiliso just outside the box, but referee Abongile Tom pointed to the spot after consulting with his linesman.

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