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Webb Breaks Down VAR Misstep in Haaland Derby Goal
sports24 days ago

Webb Breaks Down VAR Misstep in Haaland Derby Goal

Howard Webb, Pro Ref’s Chief Refereeing Officer, explains why Erling Haaland’s Manchester derby goal was awarded after a VAR review that failed to account for Enzo Fernandez’s offside interference. Pro Ref has acknowledged the error and will review the process, with the audio from Match Officials Mic’d Up and the full discussion released; officials won’t officiate again until after the international break as part of the ongoing scrutiny of VAR decisions.

via Premier League|
#football#haaland#manchester-derby
VAR shake-up follows Haaland-winning Manchester derby decision
sports25 days ago

VAR shake-up follows Haaland-winning Manchester derby decision

Premier League refereeing body Pro Ref sidelined lead VAR Matt Donohue and assistant Blake Antrobus after an 'error of judgement' in awarding Manchester City's Erling Haaland's winning goal against Manchester United at Old Trafford. The goal had been disallowed for offside but overturned by VAR, with officials acknowledging the decision should have involved an on-field review due to Enzo Fernandez's position. Donohue will not officiate this weekend's fixtures or the midweek Carabao Cup rounds, and Antrobus is also stood down; the matter will be reviewed and no new appointments were made until after the international break.

via The New York Times|
#haaland#manchester-city#manchester-united
VAR duo suspended after Haaland offside error reshapes Manchester derby
sports26 days ago

VAR duo suspended after Haaland offside error reshapes Manchester derby

VAR officials Matt Donohue and Blake Antrobus have been stood down after an error in Haaland’s Manchester derby goal; Donohue’s onside check cleared Haaland but failed to spot Enzo Fernández’s offside influence, meaning no on-field review was triggered, with their Premier League assignments paused and a review planned after the international break.

via The Guardian|
#haaland#manchester-city#manchester-united
VAR, Foden Red Card and Haaland Derby Record Define City Victory
sports26 days ago

VAR, Foden Red Card and Haaland Derby Record Define City Victory

City beat United 1-0 at Old Trafford in a derby defined by VAR overturning Haaland’s goal and Phil Foden’s red card, with Haaland becoming the all-time Premier League Manchester Derby scorer; United, under caretaker Michael Carrick, looked disjointed as Carrick overthought the attack, Luke Shaw’s injury forced Dorgu into left-back who struggled, and City, despite going a man down, defended well and held on, underscoring City’s resilience and United’s tactical vulnerabilities.

via NBC Sports|
#haaland#manchester-city#manchester-united
VAR controversy seals City win as Haaland’s goal stands and Foden’s red dominates the Manchester derby
sports26 days ago

VAR controversy seals City win as Haaland’s goal stands and Foden’s red dominates the Manchester derby

Two controversial moments defined the 199th Manchester derby: Haaland’s winning goal was allowed after a VAR review, with Pro Ref later admitting an error in the on-field assessment and noting Haaland was effectively onside due to Patrick Dorgu’s position and Enzo Fernandez not touching the ball. Phil Foden was sent off for kicking Bruno Fernandes, while Fernandes escaped punishment; protests over United’s ticketing policy erupted outside Old Trafford as Carrick and Maresca weighed in on the officiating and tactics ahead of upcoming fixtures.

via The New York Times|
#haaland#manchester-city#manchester-united
Old Trafford Derby: Carrick’s United Home Growl Meets Maresca’s City Fire
sports27 days ago

Old Trafford Derby: Carrick’s United Home Growl Meets Maresca’s City Fire

Premier League Derby at Old Trafford pits Manchester United under new permanent boss Michael Carrick against Enzo Maresca’s Manchester City. City have looked the faster starter this season, while United have had mixed results but possess home-form momentum under Carrick. Key returns and rotations loom—Rashford potentially back for United, Shaw with a late test; Haaland headlines City’s attack as both squads line up in a 4-2-3-1 in the article’s predicted setups. With the stakes high and derby history unpredictable, a tight 1–1 draw is forecast.

via Sports Illustrated|
#derby#haaland#manchester-city
Chelsea's Joao Pedro compared to Benzema, tipped for Haaland-level impact, says Alonso
sports28 days ago

Chelsea's Joao Pedro compared to Benzema, tipped for Haaland-level impact, says Alonso

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has backed Joao Pedro to mirror Karim Benzema in being a complete attacker and suggested he could reach Erling Haaland’s level in the Premier League. Pedro, who signed a new deal through 2034 and wears the number 9, has 25 goals and 11 assists in 57 Chelsea appearances, followed up by a strong start to the season (two goals, two assists in three games) and was named Premier League Player of the Month. Alonso highlighted Pedro’s versatility and intelligence, noting several similarities to Benzema as he continues to develop.

via BBC|
#chelsea#haaland#joao-pedro
Kane Leads a Star-Studded 2026 Ballon d’Or Contender Field
sports1 month ago

Kane Leads a Star-Studded 2026 Ballon d’Or Contender Field

Harry Kane tops The Athletic’s 2026 Ballon d’Or contenders after a record 2025-26 season (56 goals and 8 assists, plus World Cup impact), with challengers like Olise, Rodri, Mbappé, Haaland and Messi in pursuit. Ballon d’Or voting (Aug–Jul) weighs individual and decisive performances, team trophies, and fair play, and while Kane’s numbers are extraordinary, outcomes will hinge on how players perform across the season and the success of their teams.

via The New York Times|
#ballon-dor#football#haaland
Haaland headlines City’s slim lead as Palace confronts on-field and off-field turmoil
sports1 month ago

Haaland headlines City’s slim lead as Palace confronts on-field and off-field turmoil

Erling Haaland headed City into a 1-0 lead at Selhurst Park as Palace pressed and Phil Foden squandered several chances; a goal-line clearance by Strand Larsen prevented a second City goal (offside/handball ambiguity noted in replays), while Palace’s wider situation includes managerial tweaks and the Holmesdale Fanatics opting to end organized activity, casting a cloud over the matchday atmosphere.

via The Guardian|
#crystal-palace#haaland#liveblog
Haaland Goes Buzzcut, Signs Fresh Start for City Season
sports1 month ago

Haaland Goes Buzzcut, Signs Fresh Start for City Season

Manchester City forward Erling Haaland surprised fans by cutting off his long blond hair for a buzzcut, sharing the transformation in a YouTube video titled 'New Season, New Hair!!' as City began the season with an opener against Bournemouth; his girlfriend and friends reacted with humor and sentiment, Zlatan Ibrahimovic quipping he must have lost a bet and Pep Guardiola teasing him, while Haaland said the cut signals a fresh start after the World Cup.

via Page Six|
#buzzcut#haaland#haircut