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In an unplanned and unexpected episode, Jim Boardman and Jay Reid had to get together to discuss the new depths the PGMOL had somehow managed to plunge. As Jay and Jim tried to work out exactly where to start with this episode, the self-governing band of incompetents were probably back at base sharing celebratory PowerPoints of all the records they’d smashed in one game - that’s if they weren’t hurriedly tidying up some audio files, soon to be lost. Where to start? Should it be the red card for a tackle that it was clear the player didn’t even think was a yellow? Or the VAR, despite clearly deciding yellow was red, getting the ref to go the screen to have a look instead of making the call himself? Or the fact the VAR ensured the screen was paused on an incriminating moment that really didn’t tell the true story? Only providing a slow motion replay, from only one angle? The ref not asking for more angles, at normal speed, before excitedly waving his red card? That’s just one incident covered in this episode. Others include, and this list is far from exhaustive: - The VAR not sure of the difference between an allowed or disallowed goal. Has he ever watched a game? - Conflicting stories of whether or not lines were drawn - PGMOL issuing a statement - but no apology - PGMOL saying a full investigation will take place. But blaming it on human error anyway. - PGMOL apparently letting the bit about the VAR thinking it was a goal leak out, rather than say it on the record - PGMOL giving their blessing to three of the officials working in the UAE 48 hours before, only arriving back the day before - Jota getting a red when his first yellow was for watching someone fall over their own feet - Salah getting booked for being fouled in the box. - Opposition players let off for clearly and obviously waving imaginary yellow cards - Liverpool set to be fined because of the number of bookings the nine men got - The Reds releasing a statement calling for transparency - Some in the media imagining some part of that statement where it called for a replay - Liverpool deciding to appeal Curtis Jones’ red card - Turncoat Gary Neville swivelling back to his usual stance, claiming Liverpool’s words were ‘aggressive’ - Omid Djalili (not from Liverpool, despite some reports) stepping in to talk sense in response to Neville’s lack of it - The Reds asking for the audio of the conversations between the officials - A performance to be proud of from those Reds who played against the PGMOL It’s the game everyone’s talking about - except for those running the game or the competition it was part of.

Daniel Rhodes hosts Dan Kennett, Phil Barter and Simon Brundish to discuss the controversial defeat away at Tottenham on Saturday evening. Topics include: - [ ] Line-ups, tactics and team selections - [ ] Match summary and breakdown between sending offs - [ ] Discussion of the best chances in the game - [ ] Run through each key decision: Jones’ sending off, Diaz’s offside, Jota’s double booking - [ ] Salah’’s new creative role - [ ] Alisson’s brilliance - [ ] Defensively superb with nine men - [ ] Are we all biased analysing this? - [ ] The outlier of no second bookings for LFC’s opposition - [ ] Appealing Jones’ sending off - [ ] VAR protocols and the reaction by the club and the PGMOL after the game.

In a bumper media matters special, Dave Davis is joined by The Sunday Times Jonathan Northcroft to discuss: - Liverpool’s Start To The Season and Klopp being ‘ahead of schedule’ - The Stars So Far including Allison, Szob and Diaz - The Spurs Game, PGMOL and the saga that rumbles on - Off the field, including Schmadtke and Investment All this and more on Media Matters.

Dave looks back at the game against Spurs as the reds suffer a 2-1 defeat, alas that's not even half the story. Dave looks at the controversy surrounding the game, with the PGMOL admitting "human error" occurred during the game as Luis Diaz had a goal wrongly disallowed. Liverpool released a statement, promising further action on the matter, which has sparked varying reactions notably journalists question said statement. 

Dave Davis is joined by Jim Boardman to get everything off their chest from yesterday including: - The Many Performances They Liked - The Positives to Take - The Incompetence of The Officials - Questions the PGMOL Has to Answer - How to Use This Going Forward

On the latest RAW, Trev Downey, Karl Matchett and Dave Hendrick reflect on the daylight robbery that occurred at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as Liverpool went down 2-1 to Spurs in a manner that can be kindly described as highly dubious. As ever, the lads discuss the key moments and analyse the performances but yet again the chat is dominated by the ineptitude of the PGMOL fraternity. In today's case, Simon Hooper and Darren England were the men unfit for purpose on an afternoon which required a statement from their organisation that admitted to a "clear and factual error" as "VAR failed." Klopp's men put in a remarkable showing against the odds and were worthy of a point at the very least but, thanks in large part to the aforementioned jokers, it wasn't to be. Well worth a listen with the usual passion and humour during the analysis.

On this episode Dave and Karl discuss Liverpool's upcoming game against Tottenham, as the reds travel to London to take-on new-look Spurs. The pair discuss the big summer of change at the North London side, with new manager Ange Postecoglou recieving high praise for their start to the season. They also look at the players who have been key for Tottenham so far, with some revitalised players improving under the Aussies leadership. They of course look at the Liverpool side of the fixture and whether Klopp will make any changes to the expected lineup for the toughest test so far. 

Dave looks ahead to the game at the weekend as the reds travel to London to take-on transformed Tottenham, with Ange-Ball being an instant hit at the North London club, with players who previously struggled now shining brighter than ever. Dave also looks at the news from yesterday as the club announced new investors buying a stake in the club. 

Dave Davis previews Jurgen Klopp’s presser ahead of the spurs game and covers: - Press Conference Q&A - Leicester lessons and their fans - Spurs Threats - Predicted Line-up - Score and Scorer

Rival Recon returns as we gear up for the Red’s weekend clash with Tottenham Hotspur. After Liverpool recorded their fourth consecutive 3-1 win with their victory over Leicester on Wednesday night, Klopp will be hoping his side are able to further illustrate their title credentials this weekend as they take on a reinvigorated Spurs. In this episode, Hari is joined by Head of Tifo Football’s Illustrated Channel, Seb Stafford Bloor, to delve into the positive start to Tottenham's season under Ange Postecoglou. They cover Kane’s departure, new arrivals and the impact the new manager has had through his empathetic approach, with players + fans alike reinvesting in the Tottenham Hotspur project after a few miserable years under Mourinho and a wantaway Conte. With both sets of fanbases coming into the game full of optimism and both teams in great form, Sunday’s clash promises to be a lively affair.