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Refereeing Body Admits Error in Haaland's Winning Goal During Manchester Derby

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The Premier League refereeing body, Pro Ref, has admitted an error of judgment regarding the awarding of Erling Haaland's winning goal in Manchester City's 1-0 victory over Manchester United. The goal, scored in the 60th minute, was initially disallowed for offside on the field but was overturned by the video assistant referee (VAR). While VAR determined that Haaland was in an onside position, Pro Ref later acknowledged that the VAR failed to recognize the likely impact of City midfielder Enzo Fernandez, who was in an offside position and attempting to play the ball. Pro Ref stated that the VAR should have recommended an on-field review and has since contacted Manchester United to acknowledge the mistake.

The match was marked by other significant incidents, including a straight red card issued to Manchester City's Phil Foden in the 23rd minute for kicking Bruno Fernandes. Despite playing with ten men for over 70 minutes, City secured the win. Manchester United manager Michael Carrick expressed confusion and concern over the officiating, while defender Lisandro Martinez described the goal as an injustice. City manager Enzo Maresca defended the goal during the match but suggested that Fernandes should also have been sent off for the altercation involving Foden.

Haaland's strike makes him the outright top scorer in the Premier League history of the Manchester derby with nine goals. Following the result, Manchester City remains level on points with Arsenal at the top of the standings, while Manchester United sits in 13th place.

How each side framed it

Centre-left
These outlets highlighted the controversy of the VAR decision and the impact of the red card on the match dynamics.
Centre
These outlets focused on the technical details of the offside rule and the official admission of error by the refereeing body.
Centre-right
These reports emphasized the injustice felt by Manchester United and the frustration of the players and manager.

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