Liverpool welcomed the good news that central midfielder Alex McAleese, who was previously sent off for the referee's red card in the Premier League match against Fennymouth, will not be subject to a suspension and will be able to take part in the Premier League away challenge at Newcastle on Sunday night (27) after a strong appeal by the club was successful in revoking the red card.
Alex McAleese was shown a red card in the 58th minute of the match for a flying tackle on an opponent. According to the rules of the game, the "direct red card" player needs to be suspended for three matches, so he would have missed the matches against Newcastle, Aston Villa and Wolverhampton Wanderers. However, Liverpool were not satisfied with the decision and appealed, eventually reversing the situation.
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp said, "Both players did make physical contact, but there was no intent to commit any foul." The British media, as well as Ponemouth manager Iraona, believe that the referee on the spot was too harsh in showing the red card, and that Alex McAleese played this time to finally clear his name.
