Arne Slot's first Merseyside Derby ended in a dramatic 2-2 draw, where Liverpool led but allowed Everton to equalize in injury time. The match concluded with controversy, including a VAR check and a furious Slot confronting referee Michael Oliver, which led to his dismissal from the touchline. Slot's reaction and subsequent ban underline the intense emotions tied to this historic rivalry. Liverpool's boss will now miss the next two games following the FA's decision, which also includes a substantial fine for his behavior post-match.
The scenes post-match were nothing short of heritage, and amongst it all, Liverpool's cool-headed boss saw red - quite literally. A touchline ban has now arrived.
Slot was furious after the full-time whistle, believing that Everton's dramatic late equaliser shouldn't have stood. There was a tight offside call in the build-up.
The FA deliberated over their punishment for Slot for a good couple of weeks, eventually deciding that the Dutchman will serve a two-game touchline ban.
It was alleged that the Liverpool head coach acted in an improper manner and/or used insulting and/or abusive words and/or behaviour towards both the FA and match officials.
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