The Premier League’s Key Match Incidents (KMI) Panel has ruled that Liverpool should have been awarded a penalty in their recent clash with Arsenal, after a VAR error was identified during the match.
The incident in question involved Liverpool striker Alexander Isak, who was pulled back by Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber in a tackle that the KMI panel judged to be a foul worthy of a penalty kick.
The ruling was announced by the panel after a review of the play, with BBC Sport reporting the decision on Wednesday.
Although the match itself was a Premier League fixture between Liverpool and Arsenal, the panel’s decision does not alter the final score but highlights the ongoing scrutiny of VAR decisions in top‑flight football.
For the clubs, the ruling serves as a reminder of the importance of accurate officiating and the role of the KMI panel in reviewing contentious moments in the league.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>