why was haaland's derby goal so controversial?
Haaland's goal in the Manchester Derby was controversial because VAR upheld the goal despite an offside teammate, Enzo Fernandez, influencing the defenders. This offside position should have nullified the goal, but the video assistant referee missed this detail. A professional referee later admitted that allowing the goal was a mistake. The controversy was heightened as Manchester City played with 10 men and still managed to win the match, making the goal a decisive and debated moment.
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