A number of Liverpool fans have reacted on Twitter after Jordan Pickford escaped a red card following a cynical challenge on Virgil van Dijk which saw the Dutchman hobble off with an injury inside 10 minutes.
The match itself was an enthralling spectacle as Liverpool and Everton played out a 2-2 draw at Goodison Park. The Reds came flying out of the blocks and were exceptional from start-to-finish. Sadio Mane opened the scoring on the third-minute mark before Micahel Keane equalised from a corner.
Liverpool may have dominated the first half but the second period was much more evenly contested. Mohamed Salah was a peripheral figure for most of the match but showcased his quality with a stunning finish to regain the Reds’ advantage.
The Premier League champions huffed and puffed for that all-important third goal to give Liverpool a bit of breathing space but were consistently thwarted by a number of outstanding saves from Pickford – a fitting irony.
It wasn’t just Liverpool supporters who felt that Pickford’s challenge should have warranted a sending off but pundits and ex-players alike also.
Anfield icon Luis Garcia was totally bemused that no action followed the challenge and argued that the incident looks even worse after numerous viewings.
Former Chelsea striker Chris Sutton, who now works as a pundit for BBC Sport, has also stated on Twitter that the England international should have been dismissed for his erratic challenge on Van Dijk.
Despite a total absence of good fortune and the number of off-field decisions that went against Liverpool, Klopp will be more than pleased with the performance of his players.
From the first whistle, Liverpool executed the German manager’s plan to perfection. They were aggressive, tenacious, innovative and polar opposite to the meek surrender that occurred at Villa Park two weeks ago.
It is still increasingly difficult to believe that such a display wasn’t rewarded with a victory. The result ensures Liverpool still trail Everton by three points at the top of the Premier League table.
Following the stalemate, a number of Liverpool supporters have given their outtake on the Pickford incident which could still prove costly for the Reds given the uncertainty regarding Van Dijk’s physical condition.
Here are a selection of responses from Kopites challenging the decision…
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- Were Liverpool and Edwards £60 million too ambitious this summer?
- Three reasons for Liverpool to swap formation for Everton clash
- Dayot Upamecano is someone Michael Edwards will not ignore
- Bringing in Joel Matip would be a bold change for Klopp this weekend
- Thiago and Keita combination has a chance to be special
- Why Joel Matip is the perfect solution to Liverpool’s recent defensive woes
- Is Takumi Minamino deserving of a starting berth against Everton?
- Diogo Jota may be Liverpool’s most exciting signing since Sadio Mane
- Liverpool stars react as Harvey Blair signs first professional contract
- Some Liverpool fans react as Michael Oliver confirmed to officiate Merseyside derby
- Thiago and Jordan Henderson could be the difference against Everton
- Diogo Jota may be Liverpool’s most exciting signing since Sadio Mane
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