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FC·FINAL·May 3, 2026 01:29 PM ET

Slot blasts VAR after Šeško goal stands in Liverpool defeat

Liverpool boss says calls go against them all season.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated May 31 min read
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What happened: Liverpool manager Arne Slot accused VAR of bias after Benjamin Šeško's goal was allowed to stand, telling reporters he believed the ball touched the striker's hand. "The curve on the ball changed so there must have been a contact," Slot said. He added that it was "NO surprise" the call went against his side, claiming it has "happened to us ALL season."

Why it matters: The complaint lands as Liverpool's title and European positioning tightens, with VAR scrutiny already a Premier League flashpoint this campaign. Manager pushback on officiating typically draws FA review and can shape narratives heading into the run-in. Slot, who has previously stayed measured on refereeing per recent comments on Liverpool's current-season focus, is now publicly escalating.

What to watch: Watch for FA response to Slot's remarks and whether PGMOL addresses the Šeško handball review. Liverpool's next fixture and any disciplinary follow-up will be the immediate tells.

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