VAR controversy surrounds Haaland's goal for Manchester City against United
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 10:43 AM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026
A discussion has emerged regarding a VAR decision on Erling Haaland's goal for Manchester City in their match against rivals Manchester United. Former Premier League referee Dermot Gallagher and ex-Coventry striker Jay Bothroyd analyze how VAR mismanaged this key moment of the game. The debate centers on the implications of this decision for both teams and the broader usage of VAR technology in matches. No official conclusion on the match's outcome was available at this time.
- •VAR ruled on Erling Haaland's goal for Manchester City.
- •Dermot Gallagher and Jay Bothroyd analyzed the decision.
- •Debate surrounds the implications for both teams involved.
- •Discussion focuses on the effectiveness of VAR technology.
- •The match conclusion remains unreported.
"Former Premier League referee Dermot Gallagher and former Coventry striker Jay Bothroyd dissect the biggest talking point of the weekend and ask how VAR got Erling Haaland's winner for Manchester City against rivals United so wrong.
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