Premier League referee Paul Tierney faced backlash from Nottingham Forest fans after a controversial decision paved the way for Liverpool's 1-0 win. He has since been removed from on-field duties but is set to work as the VAR official in Arsenal's match against title rivals Liverpool. Many fans are outraged at the decision and have criticized PGMOL, the governing body responsible for appointing referees, for being "corrupt" and "incompetent."
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp's relationship with Premier League referees, especially Paul Tierney, has been publicly tense, and it was once again evident in the recent match against Bournemouth when he questioned the fourth official about a controversial challenge. This incident has sparked discussions about Klopp's handling of referee decisions and the potential bias against Liverpool in the league. Players like Nunez and Jota have also expressed their frustration with the referee's decisions through social media.