Even Liverpool’s usually composed goalkeeper, Alisson Becker, was caught shaking his head in disbelief as the controversial decision stood.
🎙️ Pundits and Analysts Rip Into “Embarrassing” VAR Decision
The post-match reaction was furious. Analysts on Sky Sports and BBC slammed the call, branding it one of the most shocking VAR blunders of the season.
Former Premier League defender Jamie Carragher didn’t mince words:
> “It’s a disgrace. The foul clearly starts and ends outside the box — you can literally pause the clip and see it. VAR’s job is to correct mistakes, not create new ones.”
Gary Neville echoed that frustration:
> “This is exactly why fans are losing faith. The referee made the right decision live. VAR slowed it down and somehow made it worse. If that’s a penalty, defenders might as well give up.”
Social media exploded moments after the incident, with hashtags like #VARstrikesagain, #OutsideTheBox and #JusticeForLiverpool trending worldwide.
One viral fan post captured the anger perfectly:
> “VAR looked at everything — the grass, the boots, the chaos — and still gave a penalty. Premier League officiating has hit rock bottom.”
⚖️ The Rules Behind the Controversy
