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Unfair Play: Hleb Fouled by Kuyt, No Penalty Called in Arsenal vs. Liverpool Champions League Match
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Unfair Play: Hleb Fouled by Kuyt, No Penalty Called in Arsenal vs. Liverpool Champions League Match
Alex Hleb (Arsenal) is fouled by Dirk Kuyt but a penalty isn t given. Arsenal 1:1 Liverpool, UEFA Champions League, 1/4 Final 1st leg. Emirates Stadium, London, 2/4/2008. Credit: Stuart MacFarlane / Arsenal Football Club
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In this compelling image captured during the 2008 Champions League Quarter-Final first leg between Arsenal and Liverpool at Emirates Stadium in London, the tension between the two rivals is palpable. The score was level at 1-1, and the stakes were high as both teams vied for a place in the next round. At the heart of the action is Arsenal's Alex Hleb, lying on the ground after being fouled by Liverpool's Dirk Kuyt. The referee, however, remained unmoved, failing to award a penalty despite a clear foul on Hleb in the box. The Arsenal players and fans were left frustrated and disbelieving, as Liverpool escaped with what they felt was a questionable call. The incident encapsulates the intensity and passion of this iconic football rivalry. Hleb's expression of disbelief and the anguish on the faces of his teammates and fans speak volumes about the disappointment and frustration felt in that moment. Meanwhile, Kuyt and Liverpool's players celebrate their good fortune, reveling in the narrow escape. This image serves as a reminder of the unpredictability and drama that often unfolds in high-stakes football matches. The lack of a penalty call in this instance may have had significant implications for the outcome of the tie, as Arsenal and Liverpool went on to face each other in the return leg, with the away goals rule potentially coming into play. Ultimately, the 2007-08 Champions League Quarter-Final between Arsenal and Liverpool proved to be a memorable and thrilling encounter, with both teams giving their all in their quest for victory.
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