Liverpool VAR statement issued as Leeds United awarded controversial penalty

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Liverpool were leading Leeds United 2-0 at Elland Road, when Ibrahima Konate was penalised for fouling Wilfried Gnonto after a check from officials in Stockley ParkIbrahima Konate of Liverpool fouls Wilfried Gnonto of Leeds United in the penalty area Premier League Match Centre have explained the reasoning behind the decision that saw Leeds United awarded a penalty vs Liverpool. The Premier League champions were 2-0 up at Elland Road thanks to a Hugo Ekitike brace, but the hosts were offered a route back into the game after a rash Ibrahima Konate challenge.

Konate initially escaped punishment for his slide tackle on Wilfried Gnonto, but after being told to consult the pitchside monitor, referee Anthony Taylor overturned his decision and awarded a penalty. A statement from the Premier League Match Centre read: "After VAR review, the referee overturned the original decision of no penalty to Leeds United.

"Referee announcement: 'Liverpool No.5 makes a careless challenge - the ball is in play, therefore my final decision is penalty kick'. I think he slides at the wrong angle - so clumsy from Konate." There will be more to follow on this breaking news story and Mirror Sport will bring you the very latest updates, pictures and video as soon as possible.