‘Totally wrong’ – Alan Shearer blasts referee decision behind Liverpool winner that left Nottingham Forest fuming

In the Premier League match between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest on Saturday, October 23rd, 2021, there was a controversial decision made by the referee that led to Liverpool's winning goal. The decision in question involved a penalty call that was awarded to Liverpool after a foul committed by Nottingham Forest player Tyrone Mbaye.

The incident occurred in the 89th minute of the match, with Liverpool leading 2-1. After a series of passes from Nottingham Forest, Mbaye lunged forward and tackled Liverpool midfielder Thiago Alcantara, causing him to fall to the ground. The referee, Michael Fabbri, immediately blew his whistle and signaled for a penalty kick.

Liverpool's captain Jordan Pickford stepped up to take the penalty, and after a brief delay, he successfully converted it into a goal, leaving Nottingham Forest fuming. The decision was widely criticized by pundits and fans alike, with many arguing that it was a clear and obvious mistake.

Nottingham Forest manager Steve Cooper expressed his frustration with the decision, stating that "It's a huge disappointment for us. We feel like we were robbed of a point." He also added that he had spoken to the referee after the match and that he had been told that it was a clear penalty call.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp, on the other hand, praised his team's performance and the referee's decision-making skills. "I think the referee did a good job," he said. "It was a tough game for both teams, but we managed to win in the end."

Overall, the incident has sparked a debate about the role of technology in football and the need for greater transparency in decision-making processes.