Man City vs Liverpool - Premier League Live Updates
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Penalty Decision After VAR Review
“After review the goalkeeper creates a foul challenge on the attacker. Final decision is penalty,” said referee Chris Kavanagh.
This is a blow for Liverpool as Mamardashvili clipped Doku with his knee, preventing a clear chance on goal.
Key Moments and Liverpool’s Defense
- Doku breaks forward but Liverpool appear to handle the threat when Konate intervenes.
- However, Konate's clearance deflects off Bradley, allowing Doku to advance and attempt to round Mamardashvili, who then goes down.
- Cherki’s shot is blocked and Liverpool manage to clear the danger, leading to a lengthy VAR check.
Manchester City’s Early Brightness
Man City quickly break as Foden sets up Doku, who runs forward and passes back to Foden, but the England star fails to control the ball, allowing van Dijk to clear.
City look sharp early on, playing narrowly, similar to their approach against Bournemouth last week.
Liverpool’s Reaction
Salah receives a long ball and makes a move, but Dias’s solid defending stops the Egyptian forward’s progress.
Author’s summary: Manchester City start actively and earn a crucial penalty through a VAR decision, while Liverpool’s defense faces early challenges but shows resilience in key moments.