In what may go down as one of the most explosive nights in Premier League history, Gary Neville launched a furious on-air tirade after a series of officiating decisions denied Liverpool crucial points against Manchester City. The former Manchester United defender didn’t hold back, branding the incident as “outright corruption” and demanding accountability from league officials.
The controversy erupted in the second half when Mohamed Salah’s goal — seemingly onside — was ruled out for offside. To make matters worse, VAR failed to conduct a proper review of the incident. As soon as replays surfaced, outrage spread across social media, with fans and pundits accusing the Premier League and PGMOL of negligence. Neville, visibly furious, said:
“This isn’t human error anymore. This is corruption — plain and simple. Someone has to answer for this.”
Jamie Carragher echoed his colleague’s anger, calling the decision “a disgrace to English football.” He demanded the release of the full audio exchange between on-field referees and the VAR team to ensure transparency:
“We can’t just sweep this under the rug. Fans deserve to know what really happened.”
Liverpool manager Arne Slot also joined the outcry during his post-match interview, insisting on a thorough investigation. “How can this happen in 2025 with all the technology we have?” he said. “If this were another club, it would dominate the headlines for weeks. We’re simply asking for fairness.”
Liverpool’s disallowed goal ultimately paved the way for Manchester City’s 3–0 victory, intensifying the fury among fans. Within minutes, hashtags such as #JusticeForLiverpool and #VARcorruption trended globally as supporters flooded the Premier League’s official platforms with demands for answers and disciplinary action.
Reports suggest that Liverpool’s legal representatives are now examining match footage and referee communications to determine whether a formal complaint should be filed — a move that could spark one of the most significant VAR investigations in Premier League history.
As tension mounts, the integrity of English football faces renewed scrutiny. Neville’s words summed up the mood across the fanbase: has the game crossed the line from human error to something far more troubling?
