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Manchester United receive apology from referees after VAR error

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 11:43 AM

Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Manchester United receive apology from referees after VAR error

Summary

Manchester United has received an apology from refereeing body Pro Ref following a VAR decision that impacted their 1-0 loss to Manchester City. In a pivotal moment, a goal by Erling Haaland was approved despite Enzo Fernandez's offside position, deemed by the VAR not to have affected play. Arsenal, on the other hand, seeks clarification on set-piece officiating during their recent win over Sunderland, where a penalty awarded against them sparked controversy. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta criticized the decision, describing it as unacceptable. The Pro Ref is set to review both incidents after acknowledging errors in judgement.

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Key Details

•Manchester United lost 1-0 to Manchester City amid controversial officiating.
•Pro Ref acknowledged an error in the VAR decision for United's match.
•Enzo Fernandez's offside was ruled not impactful on the play.
•Arsenal seeks clarification on a penalty awarded in their win over Sunderland.
•Arteta criticized the officiating, emphasizing its potential impact on the season.

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What they're saying

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The Gunners are demanding clarity on set-piece officiating against Sunderland as referees admit a crucial VAR error cost United in the Manchester derby.
— CBS Sportsby James Benge

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