Liverpool fans have expressed their dissatisfaction with the Premier League’s decision to appoint Anthony Taylor as the referee for their upcoming clash against Manchester United. This contentious move has sparked controversy among supporters, who believe it could potentially impact the outcome of the crucial match.
The backdrop to this decision is Liverpool’s commanding lead in the Premier League standings, sitting 19 points clear of their rivals. With the title tantalizingly within reach, every game becomes crucial for Jurgen Klopp’s men. However, facing Manchester United at Old Trafford presents a formidable challenge, as United seek to derail Liverpool’s title ambitions.
The appointment of Anthony Taylor has only added fuel to the fire. Born in Wythenshawe, south Manchester, Taylor’s geographical ties to the area have raised eyebrows among Liverpool supporters. Some fans have gone as far as suggesting that Taylor’s background could influence his decisions during the game, potentially favoring Manchester United.
Social media platforms have been inundated with comments from disgruntled Liverpool fans, with many expressing their concerns over the perceived lack of impartiality in the referee selection process. Some have even accused the Premier League of bias, insinuating that the decision to appoint Taylor reflects a deliberate attempt to hinder Liverpool’s title aspirations.
Despite Taylor’s allegiance to non-league club Altrincham, Liverpool fans remain skeptical about his ability to officiate the match fairly. The fear of controversial decisions going against Liverpool looms large, with supporters bracing themselves for potential post-match scrutiny and criticism of the officiating team.
Check out reactions below:
Isn’t he the ref from Manchester? 😭 they don’t even try and hide it anymore
— Drew (@drewturner__) April 2, 2024
the pgmol & Webb are now preparing the statement to be released on Monday apologising for the ‘honest’ mistakes made for the decisions by the officials & var team
— Glenn (@Aroltaz) April 2, 2024
So we get Manc Taylor in a game against Man United at Old Trafford the week after he refereed Man City at the Emptihad
They’re not even trying to hide their corruption
— Chris (@drunkgamer85) April 2, 2024
Ridiculous but not unexpected. They’re doing their best aren’t they 🤬🤬
— Stephen McCauley (@43mccauley) April 2, 2024
So a referee from Manchester is being put in charge of Man Utd v Liverpool. Make it make sense
— OnlyBuilt4CubanLinx🇯🇲 (@OnlyBuilt4CL) April 2, 2024
So John Brooks was the ref for the Arsenal game with a biased decision against us and Anthony Taylor… need I say more pic.twitter.com/SY6cMOpScY
— OGWULAAA (@BigbroLetsgo) April 2, 2024
