FIFA President Steps In After Explosive Man City vs Liverpool VAR Chaos
In a shocking escalation to one of the season’s biggest Premier League controversies, the FIFA President has formally stepped into the dispute following the uproar over Virgil van Dijk’s ruled-out goal, Manchester City’s awarded penalty, and several heated VAR decisions throughout the match.
Internal reports say the situation intensified overnight after “new, clearer video angles” surfaced, leading PGMOL to issue an urgent morning announcement.
The match referee has now been suspended indefinitely pending a full investigation.
Sources confirm that FIFA has demanded access to all camera angles, VAR audio, and communication logs, describing what happened as “deeply troubling for global refereeing standards.”
New Footage Ignites Worldwide Outrage
The newly uncovered clips — now being analyzed — appear to reveal angles not shown or used during the game, raising serious questions about:
- Correct VAR procedure
- The offside line used to rule out Van Dijk’s goal
- The penalty decision involving Jeremy Doku
- Potential breaches of decision-making protocol
Insiders claim the footage directly contradicts the conclusions made during play.
A high-ranking football official said:
“Once FIFA saw the alternative angles, the entire situation shifted dramatically.”
This triggered an immediate escalation to football’s top authority.
PGMOL Responds: Match Officials Pulled from Duty
PGMOL confirmed that the referee from the match has been removed from upcoming fixtures while the situation is investigated.
Their announcement stated:
“We recognize that mistakes were made in the process and have initiated a full review. The officials involved have been temporarily withdrawn from appointments.”
This marks one of the most severe responses PGMOL has taken in recent Premier League memory.
FIFA’s Shock Proposal: Replay the Match or Give Liverpool the Points
Early reports from FIFA headquarters suggest two dramatic possibilities are being considered:
- Replay the Manchester City vs Liverpool match after the international break, or
- Award three points to Liverpool if “substantial officiating misconduct” is proven.
The FIFA President was reportedly “extremely dissatisfied” after examining the footage and VAR recordings.
One insider shared:
“The President firmly believes the match’s integrity was compromised.”
This is the first known instance of FIFA intervening so heavily in a Premier League officiating controversy.
Football World Erupts
Fans, pundits, and former players have taken to social media demanding accountability.
Liverpool supporters insist the decisions altered the result:
“That disallowed goal and that penalty changed everything.”
Manchester City fans warn against drastic measures:
“A replay sets a dangerous precedent for the league.”
Experts are calling this one of the “biggest refereeing scandals in Premier League history.”
What Comes Next?
Officials from FIFA and PGMOL are expected to:
- Re-review all VAR angles
- Release full VAR audio publicly
- Determine whether protocols were broken
- Announce a verdict before the Premier League restarts
The Premier League is also preparing its own statement within the next 48 hours.
Sources say a replay is now “a real possibility,” depending on the outcome of the review.
Conclusion: A Decision That Could Rewrite Premier League History
For the first time ever, a Premier League fixture could be replayed or reassigned solely due to refereeing errors.
The world of football is watching closely.
The new footage has transformed the narrative.
And FIFA’s direct involvement proves just how serious this controversy has become.
