Former head of referees believes Jürgen Klopp made a “crazy” call that cost Liverpool. “Some laws are absurd.”
Jürgen Klopp, the manager of Liverpool, has recently expressed his opinions about referees in public. Keith Hackett, the former Premier League chief, fully concurs with him.
As Jürgen Klopp approaches the end of his tenure at Liverpool, he has become more candid in expressing his thoughts. This weekend marks his final game in charge, allowing him to speak more freely. Klopp believes that Liverpool could have clinched more Premier League titles under his leadership if certain close calls had gone their way, citing the Rodri non-handball decision against Everton in 2019 as a key example. Former head of Premier League officials Keith Hackett agrees with Klopp’s assessment, criticizing the handball law and suggesting a return to simpler rules. The debate over VAR’s role in football continues, with suggestions to revise the laws to better suit its implementation rather than removing the technology entirely. Klopp’s outspokenness regarding referees, including jokes about facing certain officials, reflects his passion for the game. Hackett acknowledges Klopp’s passion and contributions to English football, despite occasional clashes with officials.