VAR Controversy Strikes in Premier League Derby

The Premier League witnessed its first major VAR controversy of the season during the intense Manchester derby on Sunday, as a goal by Erling Haaland was initially disallowed before being overturned after a review.

The incident occurred in the 60th minute when Haaland scored from close range, only to see the sideline referee wave off the goal due to an offside call. The decision was based on the referee's assessment that Haaland was ahead of both the ball and the last defender at the moment Josko Gvardiol made his pass.

However, following a VAR review, the goal was eventually awarded. The technology, which is designed to eliminate human error in crucial decisions, determined that Haaland was indeed onside at the time of the pass. The lines used during the VAR review provided a clearer picture than the initial camera angles available to the live audience, leading to a reversal of the on-field decision.

Source: defector.com