Steve Cooper, Leicester City’s manager, has strongly criticized the Premier League and the PGMOL (Professional Game Match Officials Limited) over a controversial VAR decision that ruled Jean-Philippe Mateta onside in a recent match. Cooper insists the decision was incorrect and claims Leicester City have provided evidence to support their stance. He even suggested a cover-up, alleging that the Premier League has not released the full footage.
Despite these frustrations, PGMOL maintains that the decision was correct, with the offside line being drawn from James Justin’s toe. No apology has been issued to the club because PGMOL believes no mistake was made.
While Cooper expressed that he’s “over it,” his passionate response is aimed at rallying both his players and the supporters. He emphasized that the club will not passively accept perceived injustices, citing the need to stand up for what they believe is right, both for the team and for their fans.
Cooper’s aggressive stance may also reflect a larger strategy. After Leicester’s recent PSR appeal victory, which helped them avoid a points deduction, the club was no longer in direct conflict with the Premier League. Cooper might feel the team and supporters need a new cause to rally around—one that could reignite the strong home atmosphere that Nottingham Forest, his former club, thrived on during their Premier League campaign.
By framing the situation as a fight for justice, Cooper seems to be fostering a “us against the world” mentality, which could strengthen the bond between players, fans, and the club. This could build a more intimidating atmosphere at the King Power Stadium, with Cooper hoping that this grudge will translate into crucial points in Leicester’s season.
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