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Ralph Hasenhuttl hits out at officiating in Southampton loss to Manchester United

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Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl believes his side should have been awarded a penalty in their defeat to Manchester United on Saturday.

United picked up back-to-back wins for the first time under Erik ten Hag as Bruno Fernandes struck the only goal of the game at St.

Mary's Stadium. The Portuguese's composed finish proved to be the decisive moment in a close-fought match in which both sides largely cancelled each other out. READ MORE: United player ratings vs Southampton It could have been a different story, however, had the home side been awarded a penalty when midfielder Scott McTominay handled the ball in his own area an hour into the match.

The ball clearly struck the Scotland international on both arms as he challenged Che Adams for possession, but he went unpunished given there was a lack of intention behind his actions.

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