Liverpool and Tottenham given new referee verdict on 'leg-breaking' Alexander Isak tackleAlexander Isak suffered a suspected leg break after a challenge from Micky van de Ven during Saturday's Premier League match between Liverpool and TottenhamTottenham 1-2 Liverpool: Arne Slot press conferenceLiverpool and Tottenham have received a fresh referee verdict on Micky van de Ven's tackle on Alexander Isak, which left the striker with a suspected broken leg. "This is an example where, yes, Isak has scored, but it should still be a red card. If that's in the middle of the park, that's a red card." "I would be astonished if that was given as a red card anywhere on the field. Article continues below"When VAR sees that, in modern football, it is always going to be a red card.

Source: Daily Mirror December 23, 2025 09:08 UTC