Dutch right-back Jeremie Frimpong seemed to have scored a spectacular goal, putting Leverkusen ahead in an eagerly awaited clash.
However, the celebration was cut short when the referee ruled the goal out due to a handball in the buildup.
Frimpong had found open space in the box, capitalizing on a precise pass to slip the ball past Liverpool’s keeper, Alisson.
Leverkusen’s players celebrated, believing they’d broken the deadlock, but the referee’s consultation with the assistant referee halted the moment.
After a VAR review, it was confirmed that Frimpong had handled the ball while controlling it before scoring.
The decision stirred mixed reactions, with Leverkusen players disappointed and Liverpool fans relieved by the VAR intervention.
Frimpong, who has been in top form for Leverkusen this season, expressed frustration but quickly refocused as both teams continued to fight for control in a tightly contested match.
Despite the disallowed goal, Frimpong’s performance highlighted his skill and determination, underscoring his importance to the Leverkusen squad.
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