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Originally published by Standard Sportssports
September 14, 2026
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How VAR 'robbed' Manchester United in derby defeat at Old Trafford

Professional Game Referees (Pro Ref) issued an official statement admitting an "error of judgment" after Erling Haaland’s match-winning goal was incorrectly allowed to stand..
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The Professional Game Referees (Pro Ref) has admitted an "error of judgment" after Manchester City's match-winning goal against Manchester United at Old Trafford on September 13, 2026, was controversially allowed to stand.
- Erling Haaland's goal, which secured a 1-0 victory for Manchester City, was initially flagged for offside.
- The officiating body acknowledged that VAR failed to properly evaluate the tactical disruption caused by Enzo Fernández's run, despite him not touching the ball.
- Manchester United Manager Michael Carrick called the decision "worrying" and "staggering."
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