Premier League referees have apologised to Manchester United after admitting a VAR mistake allowed Erling Haaland's goal in Manchester City's narrow win.
The officials' body, known as Pro Ref, confirmed that the video assistant referee made an error in awarding the decisive goal during the 1-0 Manchester derby victory. This admission came after a review of the incident, leading to an official apology sent to the losing side for the incorrect decision that influenced the final result.
The mistake has sparked fresh debate about the use of VAR in high-stakes matches, with calls for improved protocols to prevent similar issues in future games. The derby clash highlighted ongoing concerns from clubs about consistency in officiating decisions at the top level of English football.
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