FA Charges Everton, Liverpool & Arne Slot After Heated Merseyside Derby
Arne Slot discusses his red card in the Merseyside derby

FA Charges Everton, Liverpool & Arne Slot After Heated Merseyside Derby

Clubs & Coaches Penalized for Post-Match Melee at Goodison Park

The Football Association (FA) has charged Everton, Liverpool, and Reds head coach Arne Slot following the chaotic aftermath of Wednesday’s Merseyside derby at Goodison Park.

Both clubs face misconduct charges for failing to ensure their players “did not behave in an improper and/or provocative way” after the final whistle.

Slot & Hulshoff Red-Carded for Confronting Officials

Slot charged for improper conduct toward referee Michael Oliver & his assistant
Assistant Sipke Hulshoff faces a similar charge for his actions before and after his dismissal
Deadline: All parties must respond to the charges by Wednesday, 19 February

What Sparked the Controversy?

Everton and Liverpool players clashing immediately after the final whistle

Curtis Jones and Abdoulaye Doucoure clashed at the final whistle, sparking a melee involving both sets of players

  • 98th-minute equalizer: James Tarkowski’s goal was awarded after a VAR check, despite Liverpool’s claims that Beto fouled Ibrahima Konaté in the buildup.
  • Double red cards: Abdoulaye Doucouré celebrated in front of Liverpool fans, provoking Curtis Jones—both received second yellow cards.
  • Sideline chaos: Slot & Hulshoff confronted Oliver post-match, leading to immediate red cards.

Slot Admits Regret, But Expected to Avoid Immediate Ban

Slot on Friday: “Emotions got the better of me. I should have acted differently.”

Despite reports that Slot faced a two-match touchline ban, the Premier League later retracted the claim, citing human error. He is expected to be on the sideline for Liverpool’s clash with Wolves on Sunday (14:00 GMT).

Premier League Standings After Derby Drama

Liverpool remain top, now seven points clear
Everton rise to 15th, sitting 10 points above the relegation zone


What’s Next?

FA ruling on Slot & Hulshoff’s charges due next week
Liverpool vs. Wolves – Can the Reds refocus after derby drama?

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