Salah & Slot Suffer Setback as Carabao Cup Final Referee Announced
Liverpool fans are often wary of referee selections, but Arne Slot and Mo Salah may have even more reason to be frustrated by the latest decision.
The Reds are gearing up for this month’s Carabao Cup final, and it has now been officially confirmed (via EFL.com) that John Brooks will take charge of the match.
Brooks previously found himself at the center of controversy during Liverpool’s encounter with Chelsea at Anfield earlier this season. He failed to award a penalty for two clear fouls on Mo Salah in quick succession—decisions that left fans and pundits baffled. Instead of booking Levi Colwill and pointing to the spot, both incidents were overlooked.
That same match also saw Arne Slot’s emotions boil over when a foul was called against Darwin Núñez. His furious reaction quickly went viral, becoming one of his first notable frustrations with English refereeing.
Arne Slot Unhappy with John Brooks’ Return
The officiating team for the final will also include assistant referees Eddie Smart and Nick Greenhalgh, fourth official Darren England, reserve assistant Steve Meredith, and VAR officials Stuart Attwell and Sian Massey-Ellis.
Given Liverpool’s past frustrations with refereeing decisions, fans were unlikely to be pleased with any appointment. However, the focus now shifts to overcoming Newcastle on the pitch while preparing for any potential officiating controversies.
Before the Wembley showdown, Liverpool must navigate two critical Champions League fixtures and a Premier League clash against Southampton. Despite the packed schedule, the Carabao Cup final remains a key moment in March.
Liverpool’s goal will be to maintain their winning momentum across all competitions, hoping to secure statement victories and avoid any setbacks along the way.
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