Maresca addresses Haaland's goal controversy and past Fernandes incident

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Maresca addresses Haaland's goal controversy and past Fernandes incident
Summary

Enzo Maresca stated that Manchester City is still awaiting an apology for Bruno Fernandes' controversial goal during a Manchester derby three years ago. This comment follows criticism regarding Erling Haaland's winning goal in a recent derby against United, which was acknowledged as an officiating error. Maresca emphasized the need to focus more on City’s overall performance, particularly after playing most of the game with ten men. City managed to secure a win despite the controversy surrounding officiating decisions.

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By the Numbers
  • City still waiting for an apology regarding Fernandes' goal.
  • Maresca comments on officiating error with Haaland's recent goal.
  • City played much of the match with ten players.
  • Focus on criticizing Haaland's goal over City's overall performance.
Latest Updates
  • 11:40 AMThe Guardian SportMaresca says Manchester City still waiting for apology after incorrect 2023 derby goal
  • 10:50 AMYahoo SportsMaresca says Man City ‘still waiting’ for apology over Bruno Fernandes goal three years ago – and insists his side deserve more credit for Sunday’s win
What they're saying
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United won game after controversial Fernandes equaliser City to blood youngsters for Carabao Cup game against Norwich Enzo Maresca says Manchester United cannot complain about the controversial derby winner on Sunday because Manchester City are still awaiting an apology from the referees’ chief, Howard Webb, for a match-defining decision in the same fixture three years ago. City lost at Old Trafford in 2023 after Bruno Fernandes equalised despite Marcus Rashford being in an offside position. Marseca was Pep Guardiola’s assistant at the time and had to witness Rashford’s winner minutes later. “The goal was not a regular goal, if you remember,” Maresca said. “And to be honest, no one apologised. We are still waiting for the apology for that goal. Sometimes it happens for you, sometimes it happens against you. It’s football.” Continue reading...

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Enzo Maresca says Manchester City are still waiting for an apology over Bruno Fernandes’ controversial goal in the Manchester derby three years ago following criticism of the decision to allow Erlin...

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