VAR Error in Haaland's Goal Sparks Accountability Debate
In a controversial match at Old Trafford, Erling Haaland's 60th-minute goal for Manchester City was initially disallowed for offside but was later overturned after a VAR review. The review confirmed Haaland was onside but failed to properly assess Enzo Fernández's offside position, who interfered with Manchester United's defense.
Howard Webb, chief refereeing officer of Pro Ref, acknowledged the mistake, describing the VAR process as suffering from "tunnel vision." He stated that the goal should have been disallowed and expressed disappointment with the outcome. Pro Ref contacted Manchester United to acknowledge the error, and VAR officials Matt Donohue and Blake Antrobus were stood down until after the international break.
Despite the admission of error, Manchester United lost the derby, and the goal remained in the record books, raising questions about accountability in Premier League officiating.
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