Arne Slot Criticizes Refereeing in Liverpool's Draw Against Fulham
Liverpool manager Arne Slot expressed dissatisfaction with the officiating during the 2-2 draw against Fulham, highlighting early aggressive play and questioning the decision leading to Andrew Robertson's red card.
Following Liverpool's 2-2 draw with Fulham at Anfield, manager Arne Slot voiced concerns over the officiating, particularly regarding the early physicality and the red card issued to Andrew Robertson.
Slot noted that within the first 30 seconds, Liverpool players were subjected to aggressive challenges, disrupting their initial game plan. He emphasized the importance of protecting players from excessive physicality to maintain the flow of the game.
Addressing Robertson's 17th-minute red card for a foul on Harry Wilson, Slot suggested that the play might have been offside, which would have negated the foul. He acknowledged Robertson's commitment to continue playing despite a prior knee injury, which may have affected his performance.
Slot also reflected on his own yellow card received during the match, attributing it to his protests over perceived inconsistent officiating. He expressed frustration that similar fouls were penalized differently, depending on the team involved.
Despite these grievances, Slot commended his team's resilience, especially after being reduced to ten men. He refrained from blaming the draw solely on refereeing decisions, recognizing the team's efforts in securing a point under challenging circumstances.