Premier League told to make immediate rule change after Liverpool vs Everton outrage

The PGMOL have been urged to change the rules concerning stoppage time in the Premier League. In Liverpool's 2-1 victory over Everton at Anfield, merely three minutes were added at the conclusion of the second half. The Merseyside derby certainly fulfilled its promise for neutral spectators, as the Reds swiftly secured a 2-0 lead by half-time.

Ryan Gravenberch's superb strike, accompanied by Hugo Ekitike's fourth goal of the campaign, placed the Reds decisively in control. Nevertheless, Everton fought back into the contest courtesy of Idrissa Gueye's effort, establishing the foundation for a captivating conclusion.

Regrettably for the Toffees, their pursuit of an equaliser was hindered by the inclusion of just three minutes of additional time in the second period.

Liverpool succeeded in holding on for victory, though the frustration from the visiting team was evident.

David Moyes was spotted confronting referee Darren England following the encounter, whilst Jack Grealish received a caution after the final whistle before being escorted away by Jordan Pickford.

Moyes said: "Three minutes was very strange. Every quick free-kick had to be stopped and brought back for the whistle and then we get a booking for it [taking a quick free kick]. I find it quite unbelievable."

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Grealish added: "Even the stoppage-time, three minutes and one minute - I've never seen that in the Premier League in the last two or three years. There were frustrations with the referee."

In light of Everton's complaints, former Premier League referee Keith Hackett suggested to Football Insider that the PGMOL should contemplate altering their rules concerning stoppage time. He said: "Can you remember when we had 10, 11, 14 minutes of added time on Premier League games?

"It lasted about six weeks. In the Merseyside derby today, three minutes. It's just not enough.

"The lawmakers must consider taking the timing of games out of the hands of the match officials and introduce an independent time-keeper, who operates a stop-clock inside the stadium.

"That way, we'll have fewer players feigning injury, and we'll probably see fewer stoppages. They'll want to get on with the game, won't they?"