Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk didn’t maintain again in his criticism of referee Michael Oliver following the controversial 2-2 draw towards Everton at Goodison Park.
The Dutch defender voiced his frustrations in a post-match interview, questioning the officiating and accusing Oliver of shedding management of the sport.
Virgil van Dijk takes sarcastic dig at Everton
Chatting with TNT Sports activities after the match, Van Dijk additionally aimed a sarcastic dig at Everton, suggesting that the Toffees deal with the Merseyside derby as crucial fixture of their season.
“Everyone knows that is their cup remaining. They are going to make it as troublesome as doable for us.”
The Liverpool skipper additionally criticised the extra stoppage time, questioning how James Tarkowski’s equaliser within the 98th minute was allowed to face when solely 5 minutes of stoppage time had been initially allotted.
Watch the total interview beneath:
Liverpool vs Everton marred with contentious officiating
Michael Oliver’s refereeing was a serious speaking level, as a number of selections appeared to favor the house aspect.
Everton’s early aim got here after a doubtful free-kick, awarded regardless of what seemed to be no contact between the gamers. Liverpool’s protection was caught off guard as Beto transformed the quickly-taken set-piece to place Everton forward within the eleventh minute.
Liverpool responded swiftly, with Alexis Mac Allister heading in a Mohamed Salah cross simply 4 minutes later to degree the rating. Salah then put the Reds forward within the second half with an outstanding first-time end.
Nevertheless, controversy struck late within the sport when James Tarkowski’s 98th-minute aim salvaged a degree for Everton—three minutes past the allotted stoppage time. There seemed to be a foul on Konate within the build-up and the aim was briefly checked by VAR, and the aim was given.
Liverpool hurried to restart, launching an extended ball ahead, however Michael Oliver blew the full-time whistle instantly.
The ultimate whistle sparked chaos as Everton midfielder Abdoulaye Doucouré appeared to taunt Liverpool supporters, resulting in a livid response from Curtis Jones. A heated brawl erupted between each units of gamers, forcing Michael Oliver to dish out pink playing cards to each Doucouré and Jones in addition to to Liverpool supervisor Arne Slot.
The draw means Liverpool now maintain a seven-point lead over second-placed Arsenal, although a win would have put them in a commanding nine-point benefit.
Liverpool might be with out Curtis Jones within the subsequent match whereas supervisor Arne Slot may even not be accessible on the sidelines.
There may probably be extra issues for Liverpool if the FA decides to punish van Dijk for his feedback within the put up match interview relating to Michael Oliver’s officiating. Whether or not his feedback are punished or not stays to be seen.
