Arne Slot was allowed on the touchline against Wolves despite receiving a red card at Everton—here’s why.
Liverpool continued their Premier League campaign at home against Wolves on Sunday following their midweek 2-2 draw with Everton.
The rescheduled match at Goodison Park ended in controversy, with referee Michael Oliver issuing four red cards after the final whistle. Curtis Jones and Abdoulaye Doucoure were sent off after a heated altercation, which led to a mass brawl. Meanwhile, Slot and his assistant Sipke Hulshoff were dismissed for their angry reaction toward the match officials.
Why Arne Slot Wasn’t Banned Against Wolves
Despite his red card at Everton, Slot was on the touchline as usual for Liverpool’s game against Wolves. This is because the FA has yet to finalize any disciplinary action, as they are still reviewing Oliver’s official report.
Until Slot and his coaching staff formally respond to the FA’s charge, no sanctions can be imposed. This means he remains eligible to manage from the sidelines until a decision is made.
Whether Slot appeals or not, a potential hearing could further delay any punishment, which may result in a touchline ban or a fine. If he does receive a ban, he will be prohibited from being in the dugout or on the touchline from two hours before kickoff until two hours after the match.
If suspended, Slot could miss Liverpool’s upcoming league fixtures against Aston Villa and Manchester City after the Wolves match.
Though he remained silent after the Everton draw, Slot addressed his red card in Friday’s pre-match press conference.
“Most of the time, I manage my emotions well—99% of the time,” he admitted. “But clearly, I didn’t handle them properly during or after the game.
“If I had another chance, of course, I would act differently because I didn’t help anyone in that moment. But emotions took over in those final minutes.
“I doubt I’ll ever experience seven or eight minutes like that again in my managerial career. Still, if something similar happens, I know I need to react differently.
“If I could go back, I would have taken a moment to calm down before speaking to the referee. But that’s easier said than done.”
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