Amazon Prime Video Apologizes to Liverpool Boss Arne Slot for Incorrect Accusation

Liverpool manager Arne Slot received an apology from Amazon Prime Video after they incorrectly claimed he visited the referee at half-time of Liverpool’s draw against Newcastle United. The Reds boss was said to have spoken to the official in his dressing room, but it was later confirmed that this was not the case. Presenter Dan Walker, who made the error, suggested that Slot had influenced the referee’s performance by visiting him during the interval, which caused some controversy. However, it was clarified that Slot had simply spoken to the official in the tunnel, not the referee’s room. Despite the misunderstanding, Amazon Prime apologized to Slot and the club, and the matter has been resolved.

During the post-match coverage, Walker’s comments seemed to annoy Newcastle boss Eddie Howe, who was already frustrated with the referee’s decisions in the game. Howe’s concerns about the officiating were evident, as he expressed disappointment with some of the calls made by the referee during the match. Overall, the incident highlighted the importance of clear communication and accurate reporting in sports coverage.

In the end, it was confirmed that Slot had not visited the referee’s room as initially suggested, but had a brief conversation with the official in the tunnel. The situation was resolved amicably, with both the club and Amazon Prime moving forward from the misunderstanding. Managers are allowed to speak with referees following matches, but it is important for all parties involved to maintain professionalism and respect the rules of the game.