A heated Merseyside derby between Liverpool and Everton ended in dramatic fashion, with both teams involved in a physical altercation after the final whistle. The controversy centered around referee Michael Oliver, who allowed play to continue despite Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah being tripped on the edge of the penalty area by Everton midfielder Carlos Alcaraz.
Salah was convinced that he had been fouled and would have likely scored if the free kick had been awarded. Instead, Everton defender James Tarkowski equalized in the final minute with a volley into the roof of the net. Liverpool fans were furious at Oliver’s decision, calling him a “clown” and claiming that he was not capable of officiating above Sunday league football.
The incident led to a brawl between both teams, resulting in three red cards being produced after the game. Everton midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure sparked the altercation by rushing over to the Liverpool supporters, while Reds’ midfielder Curtis Jones was also sent off for his behavior.
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot was furious with Oliver and was subsequently shown a straight red card. The Danish coach will face a touchline ban and will not be able to communicate with his team from the sidelines during their upcoming match against Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Source: https://www.liverpool.com/liverpool-fc-news/features/michael-oliver-mohamed-salah-liverpool-30994350