The reaction from fans has been overwhelmingly negative, with many questioning the decision not to issue a red card. Voetbalzone notes that the incident was reminiscent of a similar tackle by Joey Veerman, who was given a red card and subsequently suspended for his actions. Veerman's tackle left AZ's Mexx Meerdink with an ear injury and sparked widespread criticism.

The comparison to Veerman's incident has sparked debate, with many fans wondering why Bouwman was not given a red card. Voetbalzone quotes fans on the platform, who are questioning the inconsistency in the refereeing decisions. The incident has sparked a heated discussion on social media, with many calling for greater consistency in refereeing decisions.

The incident has left fans questioning the decision-making of referee Alex Bos, who chose to give Bouwman a yellow card instead of a red. The debate is set to continue, with many calling for greater transparency and consistency in refereeing decisions.