‘Ridiculous’, ‘Insane’ – Liverpool fans want Everton star’s ban extended as FA appeal submitted

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Liverpool and Everton supporters have erupted into a fresh row after news that the Football Association has formally appealed the disciplinary decision relating to an Everton star’s recent suspension. The case stems from the explosive conclusion to the latest Merseyside derby, when a late flashpoint and subsequent melee led to red cards and a significant ban for the Everton player involved. Many Liverpool fans believe the original punishment was far too lenient given the nature of the incident and its impact on the game.

On social media, Liverpool supporters branded the situation “ridiculous” and “insane,” arguing that the Everton man’s behaviour went beyond normal derby aggression and merited a longer spell on the sidelines. They claim the player’s actions, including provocative celebrations and involvement in the post‑match chaos, contributed to an unacceptable breakdown of discipline. Some fans insist that similar offences have brought harsher sanctions in the past, and they view the FA’s decision to appeal as a necessary correction rather than an overreach.

Everton fans, meanwhile, are furious that the issue is being revisited. Many feel their player has already been harshly treated and that the appeal is being driven as much by public pressure and media noise as by any objective reading of the rules. They point to the emotionally charged nature of the derby and argue that both sides were guilty of losing control in the final moments, not just their own player.

The FA appeal now raises the possibility that the Everton star’s suspension could be extended, ruling him out of additional key fixtures. That prospect has only heightened tensions across the city, with both sets of fans accusing the other of hypocrisy and bias. As the disciplinary process continues, the case has become the latest flashpoint in one of English football’s most intense and politically fraught rivalries, with the ultimate outcome likely to be closely scrutinised by supporters and pundits alike.