A controversial penalty decision marred Liverpool’s 1-0 victory over Boston River in a Torneo Clausura match. Federico Martínez scored the lone goal for Liverpool, propelling them to sole leadership of the tournament after the fifth matchday. The referee, Daniel Feres, initially awarded a penalty, but reversed the decision after a VAR review and simultaneously issued a red card to Martín González. The disputed call has sparked considerable debate amongst fans and analysts in Uruguay. This win positions Liverpool at the top of the standings as the Torneo Clausura progresses. The match, played in Uruguay, highlighted the increasing impact and scrutiny of VAR in Uruguayan football. Jorge Fossatti’s team now leads the competition.