EPL: Reason Why VAR Gave Struijk A Red Card Against Liverpool Even When He Did Not Deserve It

The peacocks was defeated in front of their fans by 3:0 in their premier league match day four encounter against Liverpool at Elland Road stadium. The both teams performed very well, but Liverpool players were more outstanding throughout the whole match despite Elliot injury.

Mohamed Salah made the work easy for the Merseyside boys with an early goal at the 20th minutes of the match. Liverpool became more comfortable when Fabinho doubled the lead with a powerful strike inside the box.

About 10 minutes later, Harvey Elliot was stretched off the field because of an injury. The Leeds United player, Struijk was sent off for a foul challenge against the player. Liverpool seemed to be demoralized because of the injury, but the team ended up winning team. Sadio Mane scored the last goal for Liverpool in addition time to make it three.

It was a well deserved victory for the Merseyside boys at the Elland Road stadium despite the horrible situation that changed their moods.

The red card situations drew more attention because the Leeds United player never deserved a red card because he did not challenge Harvey Elliot in a dangerous manner. The player clearly collected the ball from the winger when he was advancing with the ball towards their own half.

From the picture, you will understand it was clear tackle, but the Liverpool player was unfortunate as it resulted to an injury.

The center referee never wanted given a red because the player did not tackle Elliott in a reckless manner.

Reason

According to the laws of the game, it was a serious foul play challenge and the player life was in danger. He was stretched off the field immediately the incidents happened.