There is a little bit of arrogance in Michael Oliver’s performances at the moment. Following the chaotic scenes after the Merseyside derby, he could benefit from taking some coaching advice going into the final months of the season.

Keith Hackett, who was previously the head of the PGMOL, had his say on the decision on X, and he feels Oliver made a mistake. He tweeted: “This was an incorrect award of a free-kick that then went into to result in Everton scoring their opening goal.”

Referee Michael Oliver oversaw a chaotic Merseyside derby on Wednesday - a match that Arsenal were hoping for a result to boost their Premier League title prospects

In my opinion, he is currently NOT number one...' 😳 Former Premier League ref Keith Hackett believes two referees have now surpassed Oliver 😬

Liverpool were held to a 2-2 draw by Everton in a thrilling Merseyside derby on Wednesday, but the Reds might be frustrated with referee Michael Oliver's performance

Simon Hooper will be the on-field referee for Liverpool's Premier League meeting with Wolves on Sunday, following Michael Oliver's controversial performance.

Chaos took over at the Goodison Park pitch following a late equaliser from Everton as Liverpool had to settle for a draw

Michael Oliver’s name is in the headlines following a contentious performance as matchday official in Liverpool’s Premier League 2-2 draw against Everton on Wednesday night. Liverpool transfer latest: Reds find the one to REPLACE Virgil van Dijk as star refuses new contract Reds fans are FUMING over the circumstances surrounding each Everton goal as Arne Slot’s side lost out on two more deserved points.