Liverpool challenge PGMO after Van Dijk disallowed header against Manchester City
Liverpool have complained to PGMO about the disallowing of Virgil van Dijk’s header against Manchester City.
The protest comes amid concern the criteria for a goal decision were not met.
Van Dijk’s effort was ruled out in the 38th minute with City leading 1-0.
Chris Kavanagh on the field saw the incident and the decision was backed by the VAR.
The VAR backed Robertson was offside and making an obvious action near the goalkeeper as the ball sailed in.
Liverpool have complained that the incident was not properly assessed.
The club argue the disallowed goal changed the complexion of the first half.
The day’s row underlines the ongoing tension surrounding officiating at the top level.
City led at the time and the win would have tightened their grip.
TLDR
- Liverpool have filed a complaint with PGMO over the disallowed goal.
- The club questions the offside interpretation and VAR usage.
- The saga highlights ongoing tensions in officiating at elite football.
Virgil van Dijk
Liverpool FC