Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp was left fuming after his team's victory over Burnley on Boxing Day, as two goals were disallowed by VAR. Despite the win, Klopp criticized the refereeing decisions, calling them "insane."

Liverpool Denied Goals by VAR

In the match against Burnley, Darwin Nunez and Diogo Jota scored to secure the win for Liverpool. However, Klopp was furious when Harvey Elliott's goal was overturned by VAR due to an offside position by Mo Salah. Klopp argued that Salah had been pushed into that position and questioned the interpretation of the rules by the referees.

Klopp's Frustration

Expressing his frustration, Klopp stated, "It's insane honestly. This man, if he never played football then it can happen. You think 'offside rule, let me see, page seven, there's somebody between him and the goalie' — that's ridiculous. We all need referees but we need them with the right interpretation of the rules. How can you make this situation not a goal? That's a clear goal."

Another VAR Controversy

This is not the first time VAR has been at the center of controversy. Earlier this month, referee Simon Hooper had blown for a foul on Erling Haaland in a match between Manchester City and Tottenham, instead of playing advantage after Haaland had sent Jack Grealish clear through on goal.

Liverpool's Title Push

Despite the VAR decisions, Liverpool managed to secure the win against Burnley and continue their title push. Klopp expressed his satisfaction with their performance, saying, "Forty-two points. That is really pleasing, really cool. The first part of the season is done. It was absolutely all right what we did. Not perfect, but all right. It keeps us so we cannot be more than a point away from the top of the table if Arsenal win, that's within punching distance."

'Alive and Entertaining'

Looking ahead, Liverpool will need players like Nunez and Jota to step up in the absence of Salah, who will be heading to the Africa Cup of Nations. Klopp acknowledged their importance to the team and praised their goals in the match against Burnley.

Burnley boss Vincent Kompany, despite his team's loss, remains optimistic about their future, stating, "I've no doubt they'll make the step." He also praised Liverpool's performance, noting that they are regaining the intensity they had during his playing days.