‘I was on the point of doing something crazy’ – Liverpool legend admits VAR would have changed history in Everton clash

LIVERPOOL icon Dirk Kuyt has admitted his infamous Merseyside derby tackle was “crazy” and he should have been sent off.

The shocking challenge was made during an ill-tempered fixture in 2007.

Sky SportsDirk Kuyt avoided a red card for a reckless tackle on Phil Neville[/caption] PA:Press AssociationKuyt then stepped up and scored a late winner from the spot[/caption]

Liverpool beat Everton 2-1 as David Moyes’ side went down to nine-men after red cards to Tony Hibbert and Phil Neville.