Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp criticized the refereeing in the Premier League following his team’s draw against Manchester City, labeling a late penalty appeal as a “100% penalty.”
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp voiced his frustration with Premier League refereeing after the 1-1 draw against Manchester City, especially regarding a denied penalty claim in the match’s dying moments.
He specifically pointed to a late incident when Liverpool believed they should have been awarded a penalty after Jeremy Doku’s challenge on Alexis Mac Allister.
Jurgen Klopp displeased with decision
Despite VAR reviewing the situation, the referee, Michael Oliver, chose not to award the penalty, leaving Klopp visibly displeased.
Reflecting on the match, Klopp remarked, “It’s just really tough to take, especially when you have a look at the penalty situation.”
Despite the draw, Klopp expressed deep dissatisfaction with the refereeing decision in the final moments of the game, emphasizing that the penalty incident was a “100% penalty.”
He voiced his disappointment in the officials’ choice, stating, “It was 100% penalty. They will find an explanation.
Clear penalty for all football people on this planet. It was 100% foul in all areas of the pitch and probably a yellow card.” Klopp acknowledged that those around him with iPads agreed on the clear penalty but lamented the lack of a favorable decision.
Where will the EPL title end up?
The draw against Manchester City leaves Liverpool trailing behind Arsenal in the Premier League standings, with the Gunners maintaining their top position after a 2-1 victory over Brentford.
The result also keeps Manchester City close, just a point behind Liverpool in third place.
Despite the entertaining match and the 1-1 scoreline, Klopp’s dissatisfaction with the refereeing decisions, especially the denied penalty claim, adds a controversial touch to the clash between Liverpool and Manchester City.
As the Premier League season progresses, such contentious moments continue to be a focal point of discussions and debates.
