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Virgil van Dijk Challenges Referee Over Disputed Call in Liverpool’s Defeat to Tottenham

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk confronted referee Stuart Attwell after their narrow 1-0 loss to Tottenham in the opening leg of the Carabao Cup semi-finals, questioning why Spurs’ Lucas Bergvall was not sent off.

Bergvall, 18, scored the match-winning goal in the 86th minute—his first for Tottenham—handing his team a slender advantage ahead of the return leg at Anfield.

However, Liverpool fans and players were left incensed, arguing that Bergvall should have been shown a second yellow card for a foul on Kostas Tsimikas just before scoring.

In a post-match interview with Sky Sports, Van Dijk voiced his frustration: “It was clear as day that it should have been a second yellow. Everyone on the sidelines saw it.”

The controversy arose from Bergvall’s challenge on Tsimikas moments after he had already been booked for a reckless tackle on Luis Diaz. Many felt the second foul was even more egregious, warranting further action.

Despite his criticism of the decision, Van Dijk was measured in his assessment, stating, “I’m not saying that’s the sole reason we lost, but it was a pivotal moment in the game.”

He also acknowledged Tottenham’s defensive solidity, which frustrated Liverpool’s attempts to score. “We created some good chances and had strong spells, but our finishing let us down,” he admitted. “Now, we shift our focus to the second leg.”

Van Dijk praised Spurs’ improvement since their recent 6-3 defeat to Liverpool, noting their defensive resilience. “They were much more organized this time. Breaking them down was a real challenge,” he said.

As Liverpool gear up for the decisive second leg at Anfield, Van Dijk remains optimistic, emphasizing the need to capitalize on their home advantage and learn from their mistakes.

The upcoming clash will determine which side advances to the final, with Liverpool determined to overturn the narrow deficit and keep

their hopes alive.