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VAR controversy decides Manchester derby as City beat United
September 14, 2026 at 11:57 PM
Manchester City beat Manchester United 1-0 at Old Trafford after a VAR review allowed Erling Haaland's goal to stand.
- Erling Haaland scored the winning goal after a VAR review overturned the on-field offside decision.
- Phil Foden was sent off in the 23rd minute for kicking Bruno Fernandes, leaving City with 10 men for over 70 minutes.
- The referees' association Pro Ref issued a statement admitting the VAR review was a procedural error rather than a judgment mistake.