VAR controversy
We’re back underway in the five earlier kick-offs.
At the Amex, Aston Villa feel they’ve been hard-done-by.
And it’s led to some more VAR controversy, with Jacob Ramsey seemingly being brought down in the box by Jack Hinshelwood.
Ramsey skipped down the left and beat his man before being tripped, however, VAR did not overturn the referee’s decision for no penalty.
A Premier League statement read: “The referee’s call of no penalty to Aston Villa following a challenge by Hinshelwood on Ramsey was checked and confirmed by VAR – with the contact deemed not to reach the threshold for a foul.”
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HT: Liverpool 0-0 Everton
There goes the half-time whistle.
Liverpool are being held by Everton at Anfield and it's actually the Toffees who should be in front.
Beto struck the post after a one-on-one with Caoimhin Kelleher.
James Tarkowski can count himself lucky to still be on the pitch though, avoiding a red card for a tackle on Alexis Mac Allister.
We need a goal in this game to liven things up...
LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - APRIL 2: Beto of Everton shoots and hits the post during the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and Everton FC at Anfield on April 2, 2025 in Liverpool, England. (Photo by Simon Stacpoole/Offside/Offside via Getty Images)
Liverpool 0-0 Everton
41' Liverpool storm forward on the counter.
Luis Diaz is in acres of space but then hestitates and allows Everton to get bodies behind the ball.
A cross then comes in and the Toffees clear.
That was a wasted opportunity for the hosts.
We're into the final stages of the first half.
Liverpool 0-0 Everton
38' The Anfield crowd roars Liverpool on.
They want to see more from their side who continue to be thwarted by the Everton defence.
Beto hitting the post has made things nervy for the Reds.
The opening goal is crucial for them, with David Moyes' side able to sit in deep if they steal it on the break.