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Refereeing Body Admits VAR Error in Manchester Derby Winner

Hindustan Times4h
THE BRIEF
1

Pro Ref admitted that the VAR team made an 'error of judgment' in allowing Erling Haaland’s goal for Manchester City against Manchester United.

2

The official review confirmed that VAR failed to evaluate whether Enzo Fernandez’s movement interfered with United defenders despite being in an offside position.

3

Although Pro Ref contacted Manchester United to acknowledge the mistake, the 1-0 match result remains unchanged, keeping City on a perfect start.