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Published on 2024-03-20 09:45:53
Former Premier League referee Howard Webb believes Liverpool were rightly denied a penalty by the VAR assistant during the 1-1 draw against Manchester City. Liverpool were outraged at not being given a late spot-kick after Jeremy Doku appeared to catch Alexis Mac Allister with a high boot in the chest. On-field referee Michael Oliver waved away claims and VAR assistant Stuart Attwell agreed with his decision.
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp was angry at the decision, criticizing VAR for not overturning the incident. However, Webb defended the decision, stating that the VAR stayed out of it because the situation was subjective and split opinions. The feedback from people within the game supported the VAR’s decision to not get involved in the penalty call.
The result of the match allowed Arsenal to remain at the top of the Premier League as all three title challengers have 10 games remaining. City will face Arsenal in a crucial match at the Etihad after the international break. The controversy surrounding the penalty decision has sparked debate among fans and experts in the football world.
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