The Reds’ supporters are crying foul.
Just before the quarter-hour mark of the opening match between Liverpool and Bournemouth (final score 4-2, Matchday 1 of the Premier League), the Cherries’ defender, Marcos Senesi, brushed the ball with his right hand. A move that seemed deliberate to prevent Hugo Ekitike from making a solo run to the goal.
One has to wonder how VAR could ignore this handball that seems intentional. The last defender rule clearly applied.
One thing is certain: we have the first VAR controversy of this 2025-26 English league season. The first of many to come.
In your opinion, did Senesi deserve a straight red card for this action?
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