Robertson Red Card and Diop Tackle: Liverpool vs Fulham Controversy
- The referee issued a yellow card to Diop for a challenge on Robertson.
- The referee issued a red card to Robertson for a foul on Wilson which denied a goal scoring opportunity.
Robertson Sees Red, Diop Escapes in Heated Liverpool-Fulham Clash
Anfield, Liverpool – A fiery start to Liverpool’s Premier League clash with Fulham saw Andy Robertson sent off in a controversial decision, while Issa Diop escaped a potential red card for a dangerous tackle.
The drama unfolded early, with less than two minutes on the clock when Diop caught Robertson high on the knee with his studs showing. The offside flag initially spared Diop,who received only a yellow card for what many considered a reckless challenge.
the Premier League Match Centre later confirmed the decision,stating that VAR had reviewed the incident and upheld the yellow card. However, the clarification did little to quell the debate surrounding the tackle’s severity.Just minutes later, Robertson found himself on the receiving end of a red card. A VAR check confirmed that his challenge on former Red Harry Wilson, who was through on goal, denied a clear goalscoring opportunity.