Michael Oliver

David Lynch: ‘It’s just a penalty, isn’t it? It’s absolutely a penalty’

Unpacking the VAR Controversy: Liverpool vs Manchester City Analysed In an engaging episode of the Media Matters podcast from Anfield Index, Liverpool reporter David Lynch and host Dave Davis dive deep into the contentious VAR decision that overshadowed the Liverpool versus Manchester City clash. This analysis sheds light on a pivotal moment in the Premier...

Klopp: Mike Dean, is he working for Sky?, Congratulations

Head-to-Head Drama: Klopp vs. Dean in the Spotlight Following Liverpool-City Stalemate In a recent Premier League clash that kept fans on the edge of their seats, Liverpool and Manchester City squared off in a showdown that concluded with honours even, but not without its share of controversy. Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool's charismatic manager, didn't hold back...

Klopp Critiques VAR Omission in EFL Cup Quarter-Finals

Unveiling the Absence of VAR in Liverpool's EFL Cup Clash Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool's esteemed manager, has often voiced his concerns over the absence of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system in certain stages of the League Cup. His comments come amidst a season where the role of match officials and VAR has been scrutinised heavily....

Keith Hackett Challenges PGMOL’s Howard Webb

A Discourse on Consistency in the Whistle In the pulsating heart of the Premier League, where every decision is scrutinised under the magnifying glass of fans and pundits alike, the recent incident during Arsenal's triumph over Manchester City has ignited a fervent debate. The spotlight falls on Keith Hackett and PGMOL chief Howard Webb, as...

The Good, The Bad and The Ugly From Arsenal vs Liverpool

There's not point in even pretending that performance was acceptable. Even with a couple of days to process and rewatch the game, it doesn't become easier to digest The Good Darwin Nunez Jurgen Klopp placed a lot of faith in Darwin Nunez when he decided to spend what could become a club record fee to sign the...