In the Premier League, a dispute has arisen over a controversial penalty decision made by a referee during a match between Manchester United and Liverpool. The decision was taken to award a penalty to Liverpool for a foul on United's player, which had been committed by the referee.

The incident sparked controversy as both the players and fans were outraged by the decision. Many believed that it was unfair and that the referee should have awarded the penalty instead. However, the FA (Football Association) argued that the decision was within their authority and that they could not review the ruling since the game had already finished.

The FA stated that the decision was based solely on video evidence and that there was no physical evidence to support the claim that the foul had occurred. They also claimed that the decision was made under pressure from the club management and that they did not have enough time to review the footage before making the call.

The case was then sent to the Court of Appeal, where the matter was further debated. In July 2018, the court ruled in favor of the FA, finding that the referee had acted within their rights and that the penalty was awarded correctly.

However, the case remained unresolved and the FA continues to face criticism from fans and other stakeholders who believe that the decision was unjustified. The controversy surrounding this decision highlights the importance of clear rules and procedures in football, as well as the need for independent review when making decisions.