Summary
In a Premier League match between Manchester City and Liverpool, a late goal by Manchester City was disallowed after a video review by the Video Assistant Referee (VAR). The decision to overturn the goal was due to a foul that occurred just before the ball crossed the goal line, ensuring fair play according to the rules.
Key Facts
- Manchester City and Liverpool played a Premier League match.
- Manchester City thought they scored a third goal late in the game.
- The goal was ruled out after a VAR review due to a foul before the goal.
- The foul involved City player Haaland pulling back Liverpool's Szoboszlai.
- The referee initially allowed play to continue but VAR intervened.
- Referee Craig Pawson announced the decision to the teams and fans.
- Some fans and pundits were unhappy with the decision, calling it a "killjoy".
- The decision maintained the match's final score: Manchester City 2, Liverpool 1.