MIXED REACTIONS AS KARIM BENZEMA’S GOAL RULED OUT FOR OFFSIDE IN CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FINALS

Richard BoadiMay 29, 2022

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Karim Benzema’s goal which was ruled out for offside has sharply divided opinions among soccer fans monitoring the Champions League finals

Football fans across the globe had mixed reactions after Karim Benzema’s goal was ruled out for offside in the finals of the UEFA Champions League.

Games of such nature and magnitude are always characterized by defining moments which affect the destiny of the game and this season’s finals witnessed a similar incident.

After a frantic start to the game by Liverpool, Real Madrid managed to neutralize their English opponents and came closest to breaking the duck just before halftime.

Karim Benzema’s goal just before halftime was ruled out for offside.

Skipper and talisman Karim Benzema slotted home from close range, however, his unconfounded joy of putting Madrid ahead was shortlived when his goal was ruled out for offside after referee Clement Turpin disallowed the goal on the advice of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR).

The decision by the French referee caused a massive debate among football fans monitoring the grand finale.

Real Madrid are chasing a record-extending 14th Champions League trophy while Liverpool will be looking forward to equaling AC Milan’s record of seven titles.