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PGMOL apologize to Liverpool For Latest VAR Mishap As IFAB Rules Clarified but jurgen snubbed and insulted saga

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October 9, 2023

PGMOL apologize to Liverpool For Latest VAR Mishap As IFAB Rules Clarified but jurgen snubbed and insulted saga

This weekend, Brighton midfielder Pascal Groß was at the centre of a controversy regarding a match incident that, as per IFAB rules, should have resulted in a sending-off.

The incident in question is a clear scenario in violation of the Laws of the Game as stipulated by the International Football Association Board (IFAB) and raises questions about the decision-making process of referees and the use of VAR in the Premier League.

Sky Sports confirming that according to the letter of the law, Pascal Gross should have received a red card as there was no attempt to play the ball pic.twitter.com/4QVX9qG12j

— Anything Liverpool (@AnythingLFC_) October 8, 2023
According to the IFAB rule: “Where a player commits an offence against an opponent within their own penalty area which denies an opponent an obvious goal-scoring opportunity and the referee awards a penalty kick, the offender is cautioned if the offence was an attempt to play the ball or a challenge for the ball.

“In all other circumstances (e.g. holding, pulling, pushing, no possibility to play the ball etc.), the offending player must be sent off.”

Don’t want to stir up another refereeing controversy but I can’t understand why Pascal Gross wasn’t sent off for the foul that led to the penalty. The double jeopardy rule only counts in situations where the defender has made a genuine attempt to play the ball. He didn’t!

— David Lynch (@dmlynchlfc) October 8, 2023
Groß’ foul on Dominik Szoboszlai was a clear instance where he denied an obvious goal-scoring opportunity by dragging him to the ground as the Hungarian was about to play the ball in front of the goalkeeper.

This is a puzzling inconsistency, as Liverpool’s own Virgil van Dijk was sent off for a foul on Alexander Isak outside the box, even though van Dijk was making an attempt to win the ball.

According to the codes of the game, Groß’ offence was much more dire and should have been shown a red card.

Yet, the decision was otherwise – a questionable inconsistency that raises eyebrows.

Not the first time Liverpool have been slighted by officials
This is not the first time the PGMOL has been at the center of a controversy related to Liverpool.

The VAR scandal, where Liverpool was not awarded a goal when Luis Diaz scored against Spurs, resulted in an outcry, adding to an increasing narrative that some official decisions are unfairly biased.

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Despite such inconsistencies Jurgen Klopp refused to be drawn into the controversy.

When asked about it, he responded, “I’m over it. I’m too old for that.”

His nonchalant attitude paints an unflattering picture of the state of referee decisions and VAR’s implementation in the Premier League.

The denial of a clear goal-scoring opportunity, as was the case with Groß’ offense, demands scrutiny over decision-making protocols and consistent application of the IFAB rules.

It is high time for the PGMOL to reassess their standards to ensure fair play and competitive balance within the league.

Strict adherence to the Laws of the Game is crucial not just for its spirit but also to maintain its integrity and repute.

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‘I’m not changing my prediction’ – Gary Neville admits he was wrong about Liverpool

Gary Neville admits he has been surprised by Liverpool and their start to the new Premier League campaign

ByKeifer MacDonaldNorth West Trends Writer

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Sky Sports pundit Gary Neville

Gary Neville has admitted Liverpool have started the season far stronger than he imagined – but has stood firm in his prediction of Arsenal to win the Premier League title.

Liverpool sit fourth in the Premier League after the final round of fixtures after they came from behind to secure a 2-2 draw at Brighton & Hove Albion on Sunday afternoon. The Reds currently sit three points behind Tottenham Hotspur, who are leading the way heading into the October international break.

After also visiting Chelsea, Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur so far this season Liverpool have suffered just one defeat so far this season, which came in controversial circumstances in North London last weekend.

And in light of such an impressive start to the campaign, Neville has admitted that Liverpool are one of two top-six sides who have surprised him this season

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“I’m not changing my predictions by the way for those of you who think I’m flip-flopping, I always keep my predictions the same,” said the Sky Sports pundit on the Gary Neville Podcast. “But off what I’ve seen in eight to 10 weeks, Manchester United are a lot worse than I thought they were, Tottenham are a lot better than I thought they were, Liverpool are better than I thought they would be. That’s probably the same as most people.”

In relaying his predictions for the season, Neville backed Jurgen Klopp’s side to finish ahead of Spurs but behind Manchester City and Arsenal, and later delivered a brutal verdict on his former club by insisting they will struggle to finish in the top five.

“I don’t think Manchester United will finish in the top five this season, I just don’t. I think they’re way off it. I’m surprised because seven or eight weeks ago, I had them [to finish] third again,” added the Old Trafford great. “But just honestly what I see at the moment, I don’t think the goalkeeper has settled in quickly – I think he should have saved the one yesterday. I think that’s a problem.

“If your goalkeeper is not settled in and there is a bit of instability around that it does create a big problem. I’ve had it at United – so United, not for me.

“Chelsea, I think, [they are a lot] nearer to it. If they can just go on a run because they have got some really talented young players. Their age is a lot better than United’s squad.”

Liverpool host Everton at Anfield after the international break on October 21.

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