In the aftermath of Tottenham Hotspur's 2-1 loss to Liverpool, manager Thomas Frank vehemently criticized the officiating, particularly the decision to allow Hugo Ekitike's winning header.
The contentious moment occurred midway through the second half when Ekitike scored with a header, seemingly pushing off Tottenham captain Cristian Romero. Frank argued that the striker used both hands to gain an advantage, a claim supported by former footballer Jamie Redknapp but disputed by Sky Sports analyst Gary Neville.
"That's unbelievable, it's a huge mistake," Frank told Sky Sports. "I don't understand how he [the referee] can't see it."
The defeat was compounded by a series of controversial decisions. Tottenham were already down to ten men after Xavi Simons received a straight red card for a foul on Virgil van Dijk, a decision Frank found harsh. "It's not reckless," he said, questioning the severity of the punishment and the subsequent three-game ban.
Later, Romero was sent off in the 93rd minute for kicking out at Ibrahima Konate, a decision Frank also found questionable. "There's a little movement and you feel it in the sense that it's very heated. That's where you take a good decision," he commented.
Liverpool's victory was sealed by Ekitike's goal, following Alexander Isak's opener and Richarlison's late consolation for Spurs. Despite the defeat, Frank's frustration was directed mainly at the officiating, believing his team was hard done by in several key moments.
The loss leaves Tottenham facing an uphill battle in the Premier League table, with Frank hoping for better luck in future matches.
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