Sydney FC winger David Carney has hit back at Western Sydney Wanderers over a dubious penalty awarded in Saturday night's derby, suggesting they had no right to complain over the decision.

The Sky Blues denied Western Sydney Wanderers a rare win at Allianz Stadium after fighting back from two goals down to clinch a 2-2 draw. That comeback began when referee Jarred Gillett awarded Sydney a 37th-minute penalty after Carney had been fouled inside the box by Wanderers midfielder Chris Herd. Instinctively, Carney positioned himself to come under heavy contact from Herd, showing his experience to draw a foul before striker Bobo converted the ensuing spot kick.

No mistake: Bobo buries the penalty set up by David Carney's run into the box. Credit:AAP

However, the decision was met with furore from the Western Sydney players, with striker Oriol Riera cautioned for his protests while Wanderers coach Hayden Foxe suggested it was "a very soft call" after the match.

Carney hit back at those claims, reiterating that he was fouled inside the box, and says he was puzzled why his rivals protested against the decision with such ferocity.