Controversy has erupted in the aftermath of Liverpool’s Champions League clash with Galatasaray, as a former referee strongly criticized the decision to deny the Reds a penalty. The incident occurred when Galatasaray’s Wilfried Singo raised a high boot on Ibrahima Konaté inside the penalty area.
Speaking after the match, the ex-official admitted he was “simply astounded” by the call, insisting it was a clear foul that should have resulted in a spot-kick. “The contact was obvious, and by the laws of the game it has to be a penalty. I don’t understand how VAR failed to intervene,” he said.
The decision has sparked outrage among Liverpool supporters, many of whom believe the team was unfairly denied a crucial opportunity. The controversy has also reignited the wider debate about VAR’s reliability and consistency in high-stakes European matches.
With Liverpool already under pressure following the defeat, this latest refereeing controversy adds another layer of frustration for both players and fans.
