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flag Xavi Simons got a red card for a reckless tackle on Van Dijk, leading to a three-match ban, while Romero also sent off; manager and pundits disagree on fairness.

flag Xavi Simons received a straight red card for a studs-up challenge on Virgil van Dijk during Tottenham’s 2-1 loss to Liverpool, with VAR upgrading the initial yellow to a red for serious foul play. flag The decision led to a three-match suspension, ruling him out of upcoming fixtures. flag Defender Cristian Romero was also sent off late in the game for a second yellow, receiving a one-match ban. flag Tottenham manager Thomas Frank questioned the severity of both decisions, calling them unjustified, while pundits like Gary Neville backed the red card, calling the tackle reckless and dangerous. flag The incidents sparked debate over VAR consistency, with fans and analysts divided on the calls’ fairness.

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