Liverpool‘s attempt to overturn Curtis Jones red card against Tottenham has been unsuccessful, as confirmed by the club.
There has been significant discussion and analysis regarding the breakdown in communication within the VAR room that resulted in Luiz Diaz’s goal being disallowed due to offside.
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Recently, the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PMGOL) released the audio recording of the VAR room’s communication, revealing that VAR Darren England believed the goal had been awarded on the field and thought he was merely confirming that decision, while referee Simon Hooper stuck with the initial offside call.
However, this controversial decision was not the only one in the game on Saturday that drew attention.
Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool’s manager, raised concerns about the two red cards awarded to his team (confirmed via ESPN.)
Klopp argued that Jones had no intention of harming Yves Bissouma and suggested that Diogo Jota’s contact with Destiny Udogie for his first yellow card was minimal.
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The Unsuccessful Red Card Appeal – Curtis Jones to serve suspension
Liverpool had appealed Jones’ straight red card, and they have now confirmed that their appeal has been unsuccessful. As a result, Jones will still serve a three-match suspension.
The debate surrounding Jones not intending to make contact with Bissouma has been criticized by some, with the view that even if his foot had accidentally landed on top of the ball, it still endangered an opponent due to the studs-up position.
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It’s emphasized that such tackling methods are no longer acceptable in modern football, despite some players getting away with them in the past.
The argument is that the standards for tackling have evolved, and players must be more cautious to avoid endangering opponents, regardless of historical precedents.
Although Curtis Jones will miss games against Brighton, Everton, and Nottingham Forest, he can still play in the Europa League.
The Merseysiders will play Union Saint-Gilloise in their next UEL clash on Thursday night and Jones might play a part in it.
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