VAR rules Harry Maguire goal stands for Manchester United against Ipswich Town

Manchester United holds a 2-1 lead over Ipswich Town at Old Trafford in a Premier League match following a disputed goal in the 56th minute. The play began when the ball struck the raised arms of Harry Maguire at the edge of the penalty box, but referee Craig Pawson allowed play to continue. Maguire subsequently struck a shot that deflected off Jacob Greaves and entered the goal. The Video Assistant Referee reviewed the sequence and concluded that the initial handball was accidental. Because the ball touched Greaves before crossing the line, officials determined that Maguire was not the immediate goalscorer. Rules state that accidental handball by a non-scoring player does not warrant an intervention unless the player scores directly. The match remains in progress as the teams continue the second half of play.

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