BREAKING: Premier League gives VAR explanation as Liverpool handed lifeline vs Chelsea

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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesLiverpool FCLiverpool was handed a massive let-off as Cole Palmer's goal was disallowed at Anfield, preventing Chelsea from taking the lead in a big game for both sides in the Premier LeagueCole Palmer's goal was disallowed for Chelsea against Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)The Premier League has given its official explanation as to why Cole Palmer's goal for Chelsea was disallowed against Liverpool.The Blues looked to have taken the lead when Palmer followed up on Giorgi Mamardashvili's save from Joao Pedro shortly after the restart, with Ryan Gravenberch and Enzo Fernandez having scored during the first half as the two sides went in level at the break.VAR intervened though, with replays showing that Marc Cucurella has been marginally offside in the build-up, with the left-back playing the ball on to Pedro before Palmer struck.The explanation from the Premier League Match Centre said: "49’ VAR OVERTURN VAR checked the referee’s call of goal – and established that Cucurella was in an offside position in the build-up and recommended that the goal was disallowed."There will be more to follow on this breaking news story and Liverpool.com will bring you the very latest updates, pictures and video as soon as possible.Please check back regularly for updates on this developing story as they happen.Follow @‌Liverpoolcom_ : The official Liverpool.com account for all the latest sports news as it happens in real time.Follow us on Facebook or visit Liverpool.com homepage.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Liverpool FCChelsea FCPremier League