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VAR Controversy in Manchester Derby

Updated 2026-09-16 15:25 UTC 1 source Negative

The decision to allow Erling Haaland's winning goal in the Manchester derby has sparked controversy, with pressure on officials for quick and accurate VAR decisions.

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Pressure for quick VAR decisions obvious in rushed derby review

The controversy surrounding the VAR decision to allow Erling Haaland's winner in the Manchester derby has rumbled on for days, so what led to the error?

2026-09-16 15:03 UTC