Outrage Erupts as New Footage Shows Chelsea Denied Clear Penalty in Trent Alexander-Arnold Incident

Fans are convinced Chelsea were unfairly denied a crucial penalty after new footage surfaced of Trent Alexander-Arnold’s challenge.

Supporters are adamant that Trent Alexander-Arnold avoided punishment in Chelsea’s match against Liverpool.

During Sunday’s game at Anfield, Enzo Maresca’s side hoped to break into the Premier League’s top three. However, Chelsea fell behind when Levi Colwill fouled Curtis Jones in the box, allowing Mohamed Salah to convert a penalty for a 1-0 Liverpool lead.

Fans believe Chelsea should have been awarded a penalty when Trent Alexander-Arnold challenged Jadon Sancho in the Liverpool penalty area. A VAR review occurred, but the referee stuck with the decision not to award a penalty.

One fan posted a new angle of the incident on social media, saying, “VAR didn’t even check Trent’s foul on Sancho.” Another commented, “That’s a clear penalty, but no chance it’s given against LiVARpool.” A third added, “If Colwill’s tackle was a penalty, this should’ve been too—much more obvious and violent.” Another fan pointed out, “Arnold stepped on Sancho’s right leg; it was a clear penalty.” A fifth remarked, “VAR checks everything, yet still got this wrong by not awarding a penalty.”

Chelsea managed to equalize in the second half through a well-placed goal from Nicolas Jackson in the 48th minute. But just three minutes later, Salah set up Curtis Jones, who restored Liverpool’s 2-1 lead.

Former Everton midfielder Leon Osman, speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live, observed, “Chelsea’s aggressive offside strategy left them vulnerable to late runners like Jones.” Meanwhile, Gary Neville, on Sky Sports, praised Jones, saying, “He’s been involved in everything—Liverpool’s standout player by far!”