Anfield was left in disbelief on Sunday as Chelsea midfielder **Lesley Ugochukwu** escaped with just a yellow card for a reckless challenge on **Alexis Mac Allister** during Liverpool’s clash with the Blues.
The incident sparked instant fury among supporters, many of whom took to social media to vent their frustration at **PGMOL** and the officiating standards in the Premier League.
### The Incident
Midway through the first half, Ugochukwu lunged in heavily on Mac Allister, leaving the Argentine clutching his ankle. While Liverpool players immediately surrounded the referee demanding harsher punishment, VAR reviewed the challenge and upheld the decision of a yellow card.
### Fan Reaction
The response from fans was explosive:
* “How isn’t this a red?!” one supporter posted.
* “That’s endangering an opponent — PGMOL are a disgrace,” another fumed.
* Others compared the incident to recent red cards given for far less aggressive fouls, calling the decision *inconsistent* and *unacceptable*.
### Wider Debate
This latest controversy adds to the growing frustration with officiating in England’s top flight. Already this season, managers like **Eddie Howe** and **Mikel Arteta** have voiced concerns over inconsistent refereeing and VAR decisions.
For Liverpool, the bigger relief is that Mac Allister was able to continue, avoiding what could have been a serious injury. But for many Reds fans, the anger remains — with calls mounting for **greater accountability and clarity from refereeing bodies**.
