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During the last-16 first leg of the Champions League, Paul Merson was left speechless at the decision to allow Ibrahima Konaté to remain on the field after appearing to deny Bradley Barcola a clear goal-scoring opportunity.

Paris Saint-Germain controlled the first half at Parc des Princes, even finding the net before having a goal disallowed.

Referee Davide Massa decided against penalising Konaté, and although VAR reviewed the incident for a possible penalty and red card, the on-field decision stood.



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He claimed Konaté’s push on Barcola, just outside the box, was a clear foul and that Liverpool were lucky to avoid punishment.

Rio Ferdinand also questioned the decision, stating the challenge was undoubtedly a foul and that it is inconceivable Konaté did not receive a red card

In the halftime analysis, Ferdinand reiterated that the defender had shoved Barcola in the back rather than executing a fair shoulder-to-shoulder challenge and believed Liverpool were fortunate to evade a red card.



The match is done and dusted and Liverpool go into the second leg with the advantage