Ex-PGMOL chief calls for Cody Gakpo to be 'banned' as Liverpool star accused of 'cheating'
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Ex-PGMOL Chief Calls for Cody Gakpo to be 'Banned' as Liverpool Star Accused of 'Cheating'
Former PGMOL chief and ex-FIFA referee Keith Hackett has called for the FA to suspend players following an incident involving Cody Gakpo during Liverpool's 1-1 draw with Burnley at Anfield on January 17.
Hackett accused the Liverpool forward of simulation and alleged that referee Andy Madley was deceived by Gakpo's actions. The incident occurred in the 31st minute when Gakpo appeared to be fouled by Florentino Luis in the penalty area, resulting in a penalty kick awarded to Liverpool.
Upon closer inspection, many observers noted that Gakpo went to ground very easily, with widespread criticism that the Dutchman had dived rather than genuinely been fouled. Dominik Szoboszlai's subsequent penalty kick struck the crossbar, which some commentators viewed as justice given the controversial nature of the decision.
Hackett has charged ahead with calls for a review panel to examine acts of simulation from the weekend. He emphasized that the FA should be actively looking at suspending players who engage in such behavior.
The incident comes as Liverpool manager Arne Slot faces growing pressure at Merseyside following the disappointing draw against Burnley, the 19th-placed team in the Premier League table.