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Mark Wakefield

'It’s a violent act' - Virgil van Dijk told he should have seen red for Everton challenge

Former Chelsea star Frank Leboeuf believes that Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk should have been sent off for his tackle on Everton’s Amadou Onana.

The 241st Merseyside derby ended in a goalless draw on Saturday in the Premier League clash at Goodison Park. Everton thought they had scored when Conor Coady poked the ball home from close range, but it was ruled out for offside.

One of the more controversial incidents in the game was when Van Dijk tackled Onana in the second half. The Dutchman was shown a yellow card by referee Anthony Taylor, and the decision has divided opinion.

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