Sian Massey, the football official often seen at Edgar Street, proved she knew all about offsides at Anfield yesterday despite claims from Sky presenters that she might not know the rules.
Richard Keys and Andy Gray had forgotten to turn their microphones off before the game and were heard questioning Massey's role.
The Daily Mail has a copy of the tape which was forwarded by an anonymous source
Commenting on Ms Massey, Mr Keys said: ‘Somebody better get down there and explain offside to her.’
Mr Gray, a former Scottish international footballer, replied: ‘Can you believe that? A female linesman. Women don’t know the offside rule.’
Mr Keys replied: ‘Course they don’t. I can guarantee you there will be a big one today. Kenny (Liverpool manager Kenny Dalglish) will go potty. This isn’t the first time, is it? Didn’t we have one before?
Later the Mail contacted Keys and put the transcript to him.
"I have no recollection of that," said Keys. "I have no idea what you are talking about.
"My recollection is that I wished the young lady all the best."
He was then told a recording exsisted.
"If you have a tape then you don’t need me to talk to you," commented Keys.
Sky Sports have been sent the evidence by the Mail.
And to prove the point Massey got the decision to allow Liverpool's first goal to stand. The replay showed that she made the correct decision.