Bruno Fernandes and Phil Foden involved in VAR controversy during Manchester derby
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 5:50 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

In the Manchester derby on September 15, two significant VAR decisions sparked controversy. Bruno Fernandes was not penalized after kicking Phil Foden, who received a red card for a retaliatory action deemed violent conduct. Despite the questionable decisions, Erling Haaland's later goal for Manchester City balanced the situation, according to observers. Both situations highlight ongoing concerns with VAR accuracy and officiating in crucial moments during the match, which is currently in play.
- •Bruno Fernandes kicked Phil Foden, leading to a red card for Foden.
- •Haaland scored for Manchester City amidst officiating controversy.
- •Match is still ongoing and decisions may influence final outcome.
- •VAR's handling of key decisions remains a point of discussion.
- 5:50 AMYahoo Sports — Seeing red in Manchester derby
"In the Manchester derby there were two huge calls and, again, VAR somehow managed to get both wrong. Well, the first was at the very least morally wrong as opposed to totally wrong by the letter of the law. Bruno Fernandes sneakily kicked Phil Foden while the Manchester City man was defenceless on the ground.
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