Former referee Keith Hackett has publicly criticized Chris Kavanagh and the VAR system following controversial decisions in Liverpool’s clash against Leeds. Hackett described the officiating as “absolute rubbish”, claiming that Liverpool would have easily secured victory if the referee and VAR had acted correctly.
According to Hackett, several clear fouls against Liverpool went unnoticed, and the PGMOL—the governing body responsible for refereeing in English football—has become “an absolute joke” in his eyes. His comments highlight growing frustration among fans, former officials, and pundits over perceived inconsistencies in officiating and VAR decisions.
Liverpool supporters reacted passionately, echoing Hackett’s sentiments that the team was unfairly disadvantaged and that the outcome could have been very different under proper refereeing. The incident adds to ongoing debates about the accuracy, reliability, and impact of VAR in Premier League matches.
