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Everton's Phil Neville: Controversial Handball Leads to Red Card in Everton vs. Liverpool Derby, 2007
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Everton's Phil Neville: Controversial Handball Leads to Red Card in Everton vs. Liverpool Derby, 2007
Football - Everton v Liverpool Barclays Premier League - Goodison Park - 20/10/07 Evertons Phil Neville (R) is sent off after he hand balls on the goal line to concede a penalty Mandatory Credit: Action Images / Carl Recine Livepic
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In this electric and heated moment captured by photographer Carl Recine during the Everton vs. Liverpool derby in the Barclays Premier League on October 20,2007, at Goodison Park, Everton's Phil Neville finds himself at the center of controversy. With the tension between the two Merseyside rivals reaching a boiling point, Neville's handball on the goal line proved to be a turning point in the match. As Liverpool's Dirk Kuyt charged towards the Everton goal, Neville, in a desperate attempt to prevent a certain goal, extended his arm to block the ball on the goal line. The referee, without hesitation, brandished a red card, signaling the end of Neville's involvement in the game and awarding Liverpool a penalty. The decision sparked heated debates among fans, pundits, and players alike, with some arguing that Neville's actions were a last-ditch effort to save a goal, while others believed it was a clear-cut handball. The Everton vs. Liverpool derby is one of the most fiercely contested matches in English football, and this incident only added fuel to the passion and intensity that comes with this historic rivalry. Neville's red card became a topic of discussion for days, with many questioning the referee's decision and the fairness of the call. Regardless of the outcome, this image encapsulates the raw emotions and high stakes that come with the beautiful game. This photograph, taken during the previous seasons (07-08), is a testament to the passion and intensity of football, and serves as a reminder of the unpredictability and drama that comes with every derby match.
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