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Fraser Watson

Premier League explain Liverpool controversy after VAR ruled out Cody Gakpo goal

Liverpool's Champions League hopes were all but ended yesterday by a stubborn Aston Villa side and another dose of VAR controversy.

The clash finished 1-1 at Anfield after Jacob Ramsey's first half opener was cancelled out by a late leveller from Roberto Firmino, on his farewell game at Anfield. Despite 10 minutes of injury time, Jurgen Klopp's side were then unable to get the winning goal they craved - leaving them in need of a miracle to overhaul Newcastle or Man United and finish in the top four.

But prior to Firmino's late intervention, the Reds has celebrated an apparent equaliser when Cody Gakpo volleyed home from close range. However, the goal was disallowed for offside following a prolonged VAR check.

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