Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has sharply criticized officiating standards following another controversial decision. After the match, Van Dijk voiced his frustration:
βHe should have been sent off! Whatβs the point of having all this technology and a team of officialsβa linesman, fourth official, referee, and VARβif they canβt perform their duties?
The second yellow card was glaringly obvious, yet it was completely overlooked! This kind of incompetence is unacceptable and continues to cost us. How can this keep happening at such a high level?β
Van Dijkβs remarks reflect the anger of Liverpool fans, who have taken to social media demanding accountability. Many have branded VAR as a βcomplete scam,β arguing that decisions like this undermine the integrity of the game.
This incident is likely to reignite debates about VARβs reliability and the consistency of refereeing in English football. Both players and fans are now calling for immediate reforms to restore fairness and accountability to the sport.
