
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.













