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Liverpool Given VAR Verdict After Ibrahima Konate Disallowed Goal vs Inter Milan
UEFA's Video Assistant Referee ruled out a Liverpool goal after concluding Hugo Ekitike's arm was in an unnatural position, enforcing stricter handball rules in Champions League play.
- On December 9, 2025, Ibrahima Konate had a first-half header ruled out by VAR at the San Siro stadium, with referee Felix Zwayer overturning the goal for handball in Liverpool's Champions League match against Inter Milan.
- The build-up showed the ball contacting Hugo Ekitike's left arm after a Virgil van Dijk header, and UEFA ruled the arm was out of the body and in an unnatural position.
- Ex-Referee Mark Clattenburg argued the call reflected UEFA's stricter handball standard, noting `Content cannot be displayed without consentClattenburg added` and that in the Premier League the goal would likely stand.
- Liverpool's need for points was acute after their 4 loss left them on nine points from five matches, with Mohamed Salah left at home, increasing pressure for the squad.
- UEFA followed the decision with a short clarification stating the VAR outcome: "VAR review complete. Goal disallowed- handball offence." VAR officials and referee Zwayer took about five minutes to review.
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