Liverpool found themselves down to nine men and unable to withstand Tottenham’s late onslaught, ultimately succumbing to a 2-1 defeat due to Joel Matip’s heartbreaking 96th-minute own goal.
The wave of elation that has swept over Tottenham this season is almost palpable. However, in the world of football, where one team is riding high, another often faces frustration – and in this case, it was Liverpool, particularly Matip.
Throughout the second half, Matip and Van Dijk had defended impeccably. Yet, mental fatigue is an intangible factor, and Tottenham’s relentless pressure eventually paid off. After the match, Klopp had something to say about the game and referees.
Klopp asked to comment on the game: “For you it is funny. For me it is just expensive. I have never seen a more unfair game. Minutes after the match was finished, PGMOL has released a statement about the match decisions. Read the PGMOL statement down below:
