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Tom Cavilla

Martin Tyler branded 'crime against football' after Liverpool vs Tottenham commentary

Liverpool supporters were once again left frustrated with Martin Tyler's commentary during this afternoon's 4-3 win over Tottenham Hotspur.

The Reds looked to be on their way to a comfortable three points at Anfield after finding themselves three goals up after 15 minutes, though saw Spurs respond with three efforts of their own in remarkable fashion. Richarlison thought he had secured a late point for the visitors, only for Diogo Jota to net 99 seconds later to seal a fourth straight win for Jurgen Klopp's side.

Those inside Anfield could barely believe this grandstand finish to the game, with Tottenham seeming dead and buried inside the opening quarter of the match. Sparing Liverpool's blushes in the dying embers of the contest, Jota's composed finish rounded off an afternoon of frenetic football.

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Reacting to the action unfolding, Tyler did not share the same excitement as those in attendance despite the sheer drama unfolding around him. Not for the first time, Liverpool fans could not believe the lack of excitement from the long-standing Sky Sports commentator in match involving the Reds.

Accused of lacking enthusiasm whenever watching Liverpool score, his latest on-air response to a decisive late goal has led to further criticism of his work. Below are some of the reactions to his commentary, with many demanding the 77-year-old to be blocked from covering games involving Klopp's side.

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