The goalkeeper had twice received treatment towards the end of the game, with substitute Willy Caballero primed to take his place in goal for the closing stages and penalty shootout.

However, when seeing his number appear on the fourth official’s board, Kepa refused to leave the field as he felt he was able to continue.

Maurizio Sarri earlier explained the misunderstanding in his post-match press conference, and Kepa gave further clarification shortly afterwards.