“In My honest Opinion” Former PGMOL chief finally review honest reason why Van Djik should have been sent of and 100% clean Penalty should have been awarded to SPURS….. Was it a broad daylight robbery at Anfield?

Tottenham boosted their Premier League survival hopes with a dramatic late result at Anfield, as Richarlison struck in the 90th minute to secure a crucial draw.

The result marked the first time Igor Tudor has avoided defeat since replacing Thomas Frank, and in truth Spurs deserved their reward despite initially falling behind to a superb free-kick from Dominik Szoboszlai.

The point on Merseyside moved Tottenham one point clear of the relegation zone. However, the outcome might have been even more favourable for the visitors had Virgil van Dijk been sent off during a controversial moment in the second half.

Why wasn’t Virgil van Dijk sent off?

Richarlison caused constant problems for the Liverpool defence throughout the match, using his intelligent runs and link-up play with Dominic Solanke to trouble the hosts.

In the 54th minute, the Brazilian found himself through on goal after a long ball from Guglielmo Vicario. His shot was pushed away by Alisson Becker, but the forward immediately appealed for a penalty.

Television replays appeared to show Van Dijk pulling Richarlison’s shirt inside the box, preventing him from maintaining his balance as he attempted to finish.

Former Professional Game Match Officials Limited chief Keith Hackett believes the officials made a significant error, arguing that the incident warranted both a penalty and a red card.

Hackett told Tottenham News:
“These two photographs highlight that a penalty kick and red card should have been the outcome here. Clear holding offence and the denial of an obvious goal-scoring opportunity.”

Despite the controversial decision, Tottenham eventually earned the result their performance deserved.

Richarlison was central to Spurs’ attacking threat throughout the match and delivered when it mattered most with his late equaliser. The striker repeatedly challenged Van Dijk and was finally rewarded for his persistence with a decisive moment in the closing stages.

According to Sofascore statistics, Richarlison registered four shots on target and missed one major chance during the match, despite having just 38 touches over the full 90 minutes.

Often isolated in attack at Anfield, he completed only 10 accurate passes, but his ability to make the most of limited opportunities helped inspire his teammates.

In the end, his late strike could prove vital in Tottenham’s battle to avoid relegation.