Arne Slot expressed his disappointment but not surprise at the VAR decision to overturn a penalty awarded to Liverpool in their Champions League quarter-final match against Paris Saint-Germain. The Reds were ultimately eliminated from the competition after suffering a 2-0 defeat at Anfield, losing 4-0 on aggregate. Slot believes that numerous decisions have gone against his team this season.
The match saw Liverpool put up a spirited fight, with a potential turning point coming when a penalty awarded to Alexis Mac Allister was revoked after a VAR review. Slot stated, 'I'm not surprised as so many decisions have gone against us this season.' He also pointed out the inconsistency in VAR decisions, noting that if the referee doesn't give a penalty, VAR won't overturn it, but he has seen many soft penalties given due to contact.
Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate shared Slot's sentiments, saying it was a clear penalty and could have changed the outcome of the game. The team's exit from the Champions League adds pressure on Slot, with the club undergoing a transition period after selling several players and signing new talent. Despite the challenges, Slot remains optimistic about the club's future, especially if they can secure key signings in the summer.