Fans Slam Referees After Ugochukwu’s Controversial Tackle on Mac Allister
Liverpool supporters erupted in anger after Lesley Ugochukwu was shown only a yellow card for his rough challenge on Alexis Mac Allister during the clash with Burnley. Many fans were adamant that the midfielder should have been sent off, calling the decision another example of poor refereeing against their team.
The incident, which left Mac Allister on the ground for some time, quickly sparked heated debates online. Numerous Liverpool fans voiced their frustration, insisting the tackle was dangerous enough to warrant a straight red card. Some even accused the Premier League refereeing body, PGMOL, of bias or incompetence.
On social media, one fan page wrote: “Clear red. Now it makes sense why Mac Allister stayed down for so long.” Another frustrated supporter added: “How isn’t this a red card? PGMOL are either corrupt or blind.” Others claimed that had it been a Liverpool player committing the challenge, VAR would have intervened immediately.
The debate continued across fan forums, with some comparing the tackle to other incidents that have led to straight red cards in recent months. A minority argued that Ugochukwu’s challenge only deserved a yellow as he made contact with the ball first, but the majority saw the leniency as yet another blow to Liverpool from English referees.
The match itself ended in victory for Liverpool, but the refereeing controversy overshadowed much of the discussion. Many fans are now demanding greater consistency and accountability from officials, especially in matches involving the Reds.
