Fans are particularly incensed as VAR neglected to overturn the on-field decision made by referee Anthony Taylor, particularly in light of newly surfaced footage that provides additional perspective on the incide
Luis Diaz initially put Jurgen Klopp’s side ahead at Old Trafford, and they appeared to be firmly in control until Bruno Fernandes capitalized on an error from Jarell Quansah to equalize after halftime.
However, the momentum swung dramatically in the 67th minute when Kobbie Mainoo stole the spotlight, surprising everyone with a stunning curling effort that gave United a surprise lead.
In the dying moments of the game, Harvey Elliott seemed to be brought down by Aaron Wan-Bissaka inside the penalty area, prompting the referee to signal for a penalty.
Sports Buddy in other news gives a report of the game, highlighting three mistakes made by Liverpool costing them maximum points against the Red devils.
Yet, fresh slow-motion footage has surfaced post-match, leaving fans skeptical about whether the decision to award a spot-kick was justified.
Watch the video of the penalty incident as posted on X:
Literally no contact !! So fuming pic.twitter.com/SjkFn2YHN4
— 𝑅𝒶𝓈𝓂𝓊𝓈 𝐻𝑜𝒿𝓁𝓊𝓃𝒹 (@RasmusHojlundFC) April 7, 2024
Fans blast VAR for controvertial penalty decision
Shared by a Manchester United fan, the footage revealed Wan-Bissaka committing to the challenge as Elliott swiftly knocked the ball away from him, seemingly hooking his foot under Wan-Bissaka’s trailing leg.
As the footage went viral, fans from all corners voiced their opinions, with one commenter stating, “Didn’t see the game yesterday but how was this given?”
Another said, “VAR in PL is the most useless thing”
