SHOCKING INJUSTICE AT ANFIELD: Premier League Rule Shows Mbeumo’s Goal Should Have Been Disallowed

Liverpool fans were left furious after Bryan Mbeumo’s early strike for Manchester United stood — despite clear evidence suggesting it should have been ruled out under Premier League rules.

The controversial moment came less than a minute into the match at Anfield when Mbeumo capitalised on a defensive lapse to fire past Giorgi Mamardashvili. However, replays appeared to show that Alexis Mac Allister was fouled in the buildup, an incident that went unchecked by VAR.

According to Premier League Law 12 (Fouls and Misconduct), play should be halted if a player is impeded “by careless or reckless contact” before a goal is scored. In this case, many believe Mac Allister was clearly clipped while trying to regain possession, preventing Liverpool from clearing the danger.

Fans and pundits alike called the decision a “shocking injustice,” arguing that the referee and VAR failed to apply the rule correctly. Social media erupted after the game, with thousands of supporters sharing clips of the foul and demanding an explanation.

Former referee Peter Walton weighed in on the controversy, stating:

> “If the foul on Mac Allister is spotted, the goal doesn’t stand. The laws are clear — any foul in the attacking phase leading to a goal should result in a review. It’s hard to understand why VAR didn’t intervene.”

For Arne Slot, it was another blow in an already difficult spell as Liverpool manager, with the 2-1 defeat marking their fourth straight loss in all competitions.

The debate now turns to the Premier League’s officiating standards, as questions mount over how such a clear infringement escaped punishment in one of the league’s biggest fixtures.