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Premier League explains why Noni Madueke avoided red card for apparent headbutt on Alexis Mac Allister at Anfield

Premier League explains why Noni Madueke avoided red card for apparent headbutt on Alexis Mac Allister at Anfield
English Premier League · 02:10:06 - Saturday, 7 November 2026

The Premier League has issued an explanation regarding the decision not to send off Chelsea winger Noni Madueke for an apparent headbutt on Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister during the match at Anfield.

The incident occurred in the fixture between Liverpool and Chelsea. After review, the league clarified that the contact did not meet the threshold for a red card offense, allowing Madueke to remain on the pitch.

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