Liverpool Goal Controversy: Webb’s Verdict
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* Liverpool’s Complaint: Liverpool contacted PGMOL chief refereeing officer Howard Webb to express concerns about a disallowed goal against Manchester City. The goal, scored by Van Dijk, was ruled out due to Andy Robertson being offside.
* Liverpool’s Argument: Liverpool believes Robertson, while offside, didn’t interfere with play because he wasn’t in the goalkeeper Donnarumma’s line of vision.
* Webb’s Response: webb acknowledged the decision is subjective but defended the match officials, stating their conclusion was “not unreasonable.”
* Reasoning: Webb explained the officials believed robertson’s ducking action did impact donnarumma’s ability to make a save, thus constituting interference with play.
* Slot’s View: Liverpool’s head coach, Arne Slot, strongly disagreed, calling it “obvious and clear a wrong decision.”