Premier League Statement Following Marc Guehi Penalty Snub vs Liverpool Sparks Fury
The Premier League has released a statement regarding the controversial decision to deny Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi a penalty against Liverpool, which has left fans fuming.
Arne Slot’s Liverpool side earned their ninth win in 10 matches with a 1-0 victory over Palace, thanks to Diogo Jota’s early goal. However, the match was marred by a clear penalty missed by referee Simon Hooper, who waved away protests from the Palace players after Guehi was taken down by Virgil van Dijk in the box.
The Premier League’s official statement read: "The referee’s call of no penalty for the challenge by van Dijk on Guehi is checked and confirmed by VAR – deeming that the challenge was not sustained holding and had no impact on the play."
But fans were not convinced, taking to social media to express their anger and disbelief at the decision. "Stops him going for the ball, penalty all day," tweeted one fan, while another added: "They said they were getting tough on this foul this season but clearly not, that’s a penalty."
The decision sparked widespread debate, with some arguing that the VAR review was flawed and that Guehi was indeed fouled. Others defended the referee’s decision, pointing out that the challenge was not deemed to be sustained holding and did not prevent Guehi from continuing to play.
Guehi’s Missed Penalty Leaves Palace Fans Frustrated
The missed penalty has left Palace fans wondering what could have been if the referee had awarded a spot-kick. Guehi’s frustration was evident as he reacted angrily to the decision, slamming the ball in disgust before being booked by the referee.
The Premier League has faced criticism in the past for its handling of VAR decisions, with fans often feeling that the system is slow and inconsistent. This latest controversy is sure to add fuel to the debate, with many calling for changes to the VAR system to ensure that players are given fairer decisions.
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