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What Mike Dean said about Liverpool penalty as Bournemouth fans make their feelings clear… You don’t wanna believe what he said and hopefully this doesn’t put him in trouble 😳🙀

Liverpool’s Penalty Against Bournemouth Sparks Controversy

 

In a heated moment at the Vitality Stadium, referee Darren England awarded a penalty just before the 30th minute, ruling that Lewis Cook had made contact with Cody Gakpo, causing him to go down in the box.

 

The decision quickly ignited debate, as different camera angles provided conflicting perspectives—one appearing to show Gakpo tripping over himself, while another suggested Cook’s challenge had indeed made contact.

 

Despite the controversy, VAR upheld the call, and Mohamed Salah confidently converted the penalty, securing his 20th Premier League goal of the season.

 

Mike Dean Weighs In on the Decision

 

Former Premier League referee Mike Dean, speaking on Sky Sports’ Soccer Saturday, backed the referee’s judgment. At 15:28, he stated, “There’s definitely a clip there.”

 

Bournemouth Fans Furious as Salah Delivers

 

Bournemouth supporters at the Vitality Stadium voiced their frustration, chanting “1-0 to the referee” after Salah successfully placed his shot past Kepa Arrizabalaga.

 

Journalists Paul Gorst and Ian Doyle from Liverpool Echo described the decision as generous, with at least one replay supporting their view. However, Cook’s lack of protest suggested he may have accepted the call, something he likely wouldn’t have done if he believed it was completely unfair.

 

Regardless of the dispute, Salah faced immense pressure to convert—especially after missing a vital penalty in Liverpool’s 1-0 defeat at Bournemouth in March 2023. This time, he made no mistake, putting Liverpool 1-0 ahead as the match progressed.

 

With the game still ongoing, the Reds will aim to hold onto their lead and secure three crucial points

on the south coast.

 

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