VAR made ‘error of judgement’ to allow Erling Haaland’s Manchester derby winner, confirms Pro Ref
Haaland’s goal was given despite Enzo Fernandez appearing to interfere with play from an offside position
The Premier League's semi-automated offside technology allowed Erling Haaland's Manchester derby winner against Manchester United to stand, despite the striker initially being ruled offside. VAR intervened after a lengthy check and determined that Haaland was in line with Patrick Dorgu's foot when he scored the goal. Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez criticized the decision as an "injustice" and claimed that Enzo Fernandez, who was also in an offside position, interfered with play and should have been reviewed.
Pro Ref has now admitted an "error of judgement" in awarding the goal, stating that while Haaland was found to be in an onside position, the VAR should have recognized the likely impact of Fernandez's position and recommended an on-field review.
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