Why Did Arne Slot Get Sent Off Against Everton And How Many Liverpool Games Will He Miss?

The impending Arne Slot suspension could have huge ramifications on Liverpool’s title bid as the Reds drew 2-2 with Everton on Wednesday night. 

Beto opened the scoring on a historic and emotional night in L4. Alexis Mac Allister equalised shortly after before Mo Salah put the visitors ahead in the second-half.

James Tarkowski scored a last-gasp leveller which ensured the points were shared. However, the night’s real talking points came during the home side’s celebrations.

From Slot’s perspective, two valuable Premier League points were dropped at the last every Merseyside Derby played at Goodison Park.

Abdoulaye Doucoure provided the catalyst for the angry scenes after Tarkowski’s goal. The Mali international ran over to celebrate in front of the away fans and naturally, carnage ensued.

A huge melee broke out with Curtis Jones and Doucoure at the centre of the fisticuffs. Most of the players got involved and even the police and stewards had to try and cool tempers.

Jones and Doucoure were dismissed alongside Slot and assistant manager Sipke Hulshoff. The vexed reactions to the end of the game truly tarnished what should have been a much more memorable derby clash.

What Liverpool Games Will Arne Slot Miss?

The Arne Slot suspension that has been issued means the Liverpool boss will miss the next two Premier League games. Typically, managers usually miss just one fixture when they receive a straight red card.

However, the PL hierarchy deemed Slot’s actions more severe than previous cases and have upped his punishment. The games in question are the home fixture against Wolves on Sunday as well as the Aston Villa clash on February 19.

For any FPL managers wondering whether Slot’s Assistant Manager points are affected, the short answer is no. Those who used the chip for the Reds boss will therefore not be punished.

Why Was Arne Slot Sent Off Against Everton?

At the end of the game, Arne Slot marched over to the referee to demand answers to a number of decisions that went against his side. Including the extra, extra-time that was added on which saw Everton equalise.

Those who are wondering what Slot said to Michael Oliver, it wasn’t actually that bad. However, the aggressive hand shake seemed to spark the decision to red card the Dutchman.

Curtis Jones’ and Abdoulaye Doucoure’s dismissals were more plainly obvious to see owing to the angry melee. For the record, the England midfielder will miss the Wolves fixture but is available for the Aston Villa match.

Who Will Manage Liverpool Against Wolves?

The Arne Slot suspension alongside assistant manager Sipke Hulshoff leaves Liverpool in an unusual position – who will take charge against Wolves?

At the time of writing, the club haven’t actually confirmed who will be tasked with the duty but John Heitinga is the likely candidate.

Interestingly, the Dutchman used to play for Everton between 2009-2014. The 41-year-old worked as an assistant to David Moyes at West Ham last season. Last summer, Heitinga ed Arne Slot’s coaching staff at Anfield.