Arne Slot barred from media after Everton draw

Liverpool manager Arne Slot was sent off during the intense Merseyside derby against Everton after a heated exchange with referee Michael Oliver, which included a firm handshake that led to the red card. Premier League rules prohibited him from discussing the match in a post-game interview, as he was not allowed to participate due to his dismissal, and his assistant, Spike Hulshoff, was also sent off for arguing with the referee about a controversial VAR decision. The dramatic match ended in a 2-2 draw, with Everton's James Tarkowski scoring a last-minute equalizer after a lengthy VAR check. Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk expressed frustration over the officiating, noting that the referee seemed to lose control of the match. First-team coach John Heitinga will lead the team in their upcoming match against Wolves, as both Slot and Hulshoff will serve touchline bans. The chaotic ending included a confrontation between players from both teams, leading to multiple red cards.