Maresca criticises focus on controversial Manchester derby winner
Summary
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca criticized how the focus on a controversial winning goal by Erling Haaland overshadowed his team’s strong performance at Manchester United. The goal was allowed after a video review (VAR), but referees later admitted mistakes were made in the decision process.Key Facts
- Manchester City won 1-0 at Manchester United with a goal by Erling Haaland.
- The goal was initially disallowed for offside but given after a VAR review.
- VAR missed an offside by Enzo Fernandez, who interfered with the play before Haaland scored.
- Referees admitted the error and said they were disappointed by the decision.
- Phil Foden of Manchester City was sent off (given a red card) early in the match.
- Maresca said the team played most of the game with 10 players but still performed well.
- Maresca referenced past VAR decisions that went against Manchester City without apology.
- The referees’ group and former referee Howard Webb have acknowledged problems with the VAR call.
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