EPL: Ref body admits error over Haaland winner against Man United

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Premier League refereeing body Pro Ref has admitted an “error of judgement” over Erling Haaland’s winning goal in Manchester City’s 1-0 victory against Manchester United.

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The striker scored in the 60th minute at Old Trafford, turning home at the back post from Josko Gvardiol’s cross before it was disallowed on the field for offside.

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The goal was initially ruled out for offside before VAR intervened and overturned the decision.

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The Norwegian striker was ultimately deemed to have been played onside by the boot of United defender Patrick Dorgu.

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But there was debate as to whether the offside Enzo Fernandez, diving at the ball in a more central position than Haaland, was interfering with play.

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As reported by BBC Sport on Sunday, in a statement, Pro Ref said: “It was established that Enzo Fernandez did not play the ball and therefore that makes any offside offence subjective.

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“However, on this occasion, the VAR did not recognise the likely impact of his position and should have recommended an on-field review.

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“Contact has been made with Manchester United this evening to acknowledge what we deem is an error of judgement. A review of the incident will take place.”

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