Refereeing body admits judgement error over Haaland derby winner
The Premier League refereeing body Pro Ref admits an error of judgement in awarding Erling Haaland's winner in the Manchester derby.
The Premier League's refereeing body, Pro Ref, has acknowledged an error in judgment during a Manchester derby between Manchester City and Manchester United. Erling Haaland scored the winning goal for City in the 60th minute, but the goal was initially disallowed for offside before being overturned by the video assistant referee (VAR).
The controversy stemmed from the positioning of Enzo Fernandez, who appeared to be offside when he attempted a diving header. Pro Ref stated that Fernandez did not play the ball, but the VAR did not consider the likely impact of his position, and should have recommended an on-field review. Manchester United's defender Lisandro Martinez described the decision as an "injustice," while manager Michael Carrick admitted to being "confused" by the ruling.
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- Carrick 'baffled' by decision to award controversial Man City goal bbc.co.uk
