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Martinez fumes at VAR after Manchester derby defeat

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez hit out at Premier League officiating and VAR after Erling Haaland scored a controversial winner in a 1-0 derby defeat to Manchester City. The Argentine centre-back argued that an offside Enzo Fernandez clearly affected play before Haaland slotted home, leaving the Red Devils languishing in 13th place.

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"Official admission of the scandal": the referees' committee acknowledges the error and confirms Haaland's goal was invalid

The committee overruled the Premier League's view

Pro Ref admit 'error of judgement' in Haaland derby goal

Manchester City’s controversial winner in the Manchester derby has been officially labelled an error by the Professional Game Referees body. The decision to allow Erling Haaland’s strike has sparked a massive debate over the application of the offside rule and the role of VAR in high-stakes matches.

🎥| Foden trolls Man Utd fans after derby win

Phil Foden ensured he had the last laugh at Old Trafford despite receiving a straight red card during Manchester City’s gritty 1-0 victory over Manchester United. The England international was caught on camera poking fun at the home support as he departed the stadium following a high-stakes derby filled with refereeing drama.