The tension at Anfield just keeps getting worse… and now, it’s not just the result that has everyone talking 👀

Liverpool’s frustrating 1-1 draw with Tottenham has sparked a fresh storm — and this time, it’s all about a major refereeing decision that could’ve changed everything ⚖️🔥

⚽ A Game That Didn’t Go As Expected

Coming into the clash, many fans expected to cruise past at home.

But instead? Another disappointing result… another missed opportunity… and more questions than answers 😔

Yet, according to a former top official, the biggest talking point isn’t even the performance — it’s what the referee failed to do.

😳 “That’s a Red Card!” — Hackett Explodes

Former PGMOL chief has come out swinging, accusing officials of missing a “clear and obvious” red card offence during the match.

The incident? A second-half moment involving Liverpool captain and Spurs forward .

Van Dijk appeared to put his hand on Richarlison’s shoulder as the Brazilian moved towards goal — a moment Hackett believes should have led to:

• ❌ A penalty
• 🟥 A red card for denying a clear goalscoring opportunity (DOGSO)

And he didn’t hold back…

“Is he holding the player? Yes. Has he impacted him? Yes. So it’s a penalty… and a red card.”

📺 VAR Under Fire Again

Hackett did acknowledge that referee may not have had the best angle — but that only made things worse in his eyes.

Why? Because VAR had no excuse 😤

“The video clips are clear… What is VAR doing?”

That question is now echoing across the football world 🌍

🔁 Not the First Time…

This isn’t even the first time Hackett has called out Van Dijk.

He previously claimed the Liverpool defender has gotten away with multiple punishable incidents, including past clashes with players like and Richarlison.

Now, this latest moment has only added fuel to the fire 🔥

😬 What This Means for Liverpool

With pressure mounting on and his squad, decisions like this only deepen the frustration among fans.

Was Liverpool lucky? Or robbed of proper officiating consistency?

One thing is certain… this debate isn’t ending anytime soon 😳

🧐 Final Thoughts

A draw was already painful — but this controversy has taken things to another level.

If that decision had gone differently, could we be talking about a completely different result today? 🤯

Liverpool fans… what do YOU think? Penalty and red card, or nothing at all? 👇