Liverpool have been told why the correct decision was made for the Reds not to be awarded a penalty during their defeat to Brentford. The Reds lost 3-2 to the Bees in the Premier League clash on Saturday night to lose further ground on leaders Arsenal.

Arne Slot's side have now lost their last four top-flight matches following previous defeats to Crystal Palace, Chelsea and Manchester United. Liverpool are now seventh in the Premier League table and will face Palace in the Carabao Cup in their next fixture.

The Reds were on the receiving end of a penalty after a VAR check saw Virgil van Dijk penalised for a foul on Dango Ouattara in the second half. It was before the interval that Liverpool wanted a penalty for a potential foul on Cody Gakpo.

However, referee Simon Hooper did not award the...