‘It is soft…’ – Former top-flight referee gives instant verdict on missed Liverpool penalty

Liverpool spurned a glorious chance to take the lead against Burnley in the first half of their Premier League clash this afternoon as Dominik Szoboszlai struck the crossbar with a penalty on the half-hour mark

Arne Slot’s side had the lion’s share of chances in the opening 30 minutes but were unable to find a way past a resolute Clarets defence before being awared a spot kick when Florentino Luis dangled a leg and made contact with Cody Gakpo.

Andy Madley pointed to the penalty spot...