VAR Audio Release Sparks Controversy in Last-Minute Decision by Michael Oliver

100% A Foul’ – Jurgen Klopp Gives Verdict On Alexis Mac Allister Penalty Appeal

Jeremy Doku’s challenge on Alexis Mac Allister was “100% a foul,” according to Jurgen Klopp, who expressed regret at the decision not to give Liverpool a stoppage time penalty.

Sunday’s Premier League matchup between Klopp’s Liverpool and Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City marked the conclusion of the nearly ten-year rivalry between the two managers and teams.

The rivalry’s climactic installment lived up to fans’ expectations, offering plenty of debate, high moments, and action.

The points were split on Sunday thanks to goals from Alexis Mac Allister of Liverpool and John Stones of Man City, who both scored from penalty kicks early in the second half. Nevertheless, Reds supporters were left feeling cheated that they were denied the chance to win the match from the spot in the final seconds of play.

Many thought that VAR intervention would result in a penalty being awarded in the 98th minute after a reckless high boot by Doku appeared to catch Mac Allister in the chest in the penalty area. The game would conclude 1-1, though, as Michael Oliver’s decision to not award a spot kick stood after a brief review.

When questioned about the incident, Klopp told Sky Sports that he thought it was “100% a foul” in an interview that was conducted following the game.

“I believe it merits discussion. Should you have imposed a punishment in that circumstance? inquired Klopp.

“Isn’t VAR there to help you make the best choice? This is a clear foul in every position on the pitch. It’s a yellow card, too. He hits the ball, but he kills him if it’s not there.

The difference between the VAR instruction and Oliver’s decision

In a shocking turn of events, the VAR audio from the crucial last-minute decision in the recent match has been unveiled, triggering a wave of outrage online.

The audio clip reveals the assistant VAR affirming, “It’s a foul inside the 18-yard box; that’s enough contact on him.” However, Michael Oliver’s response left fans baffled, as he waited for a Liverpool advantage, stating, “It’s almost the end of the game.” The discrepancy between the VAR instruction and Oliver’s decision has left fans questioning the fairness of the officiating.

Fans are demanding swift action in response to this issue, unwilling to let it slide like the previous controversy involving Tottenham.