Haaland’s disputed goal wins Manchester derby for 10-man City against United

Haaland’s disputed goal wins Manchester derby for 10-man City against United JAMES ROBSON MANCHESTER, ENGLAND THE ASSOCIATED PRESS PUBLISHED 1 HOUR AGO Open this photo in gallery: Manchester City's Erling Haaland celebrates after scoring his side's first goal during their match against Manchester United in Manchester, England on Sunday. PETER BYRNE/THE ASSOCIATED PRESS COMMENTS SHARE SAVE FOR LATER Listen to this article Learn more about audio Log in or create a free account to listen to this article. Manchester United was enraged after Erling Haaland’s hotly contested goal settled the 199th Manchester derby. The Norwegian struck in the 60th minute to seal a 1-0 win for 10-man Manchester City at Old Trafford in the Premier League on Sunday. At first, the goal was ruled out for offside, but after VAR review the onfield decision was overturned, sparking a roar of celebration from the away fans, including Oasis’ Noel Gallagher. United’s players were incensed because Enzo Fernandez was in an offside position during the buildup. The Premier League said the goal was allowed because, despite diving to head the ball, the Argentine did not get a touch before it reached Haaland at the far post. However, soccer rules state a player is interfering with play when “clearly attempting to play a ball” or “challenging an opponent for the ball.” ‘Error of judgment’ The refereeing body that oversees Premier League matches, Pro Ref, said Sunday evening that the VAR “did not recognize the likely impact” of Fernandez’s position and “should have recommended an onfield review.” Pro Ref said it had made contact with United to acknowledge an “error of judgment” relating to the winning goal. United defender Lisandro Martinez, who was challenging Fernandez, earlier called it an “injustice” and coach Michael Carrick was also perplexed. Open this photo in gallery: Manchester United's Benjamin Sesko looks dejected after the match against Manchester City. JASON CAIRNDUFF/REUTERS “I just don’t get it, I really don’t get it,” he said. “It’s worrying, it really is if that’s how the game is seen by those who are officiating.” Asked at the time if he thought he would get a better explanation from the referee’s governing body or even an apology, Carrick said, “I look forward to that.” Red card for Foden City’s fans may have felt justice was done after Phil Foden was sent off in the 23rd for kicking out at Bruno Fernandes. Foden and City’s players remonstrated on the…