Pro Ref apologise to Man Utd over Man City goal as statement released on Erling Haaland row

Pro Ref have taken accountability after Erling Haaland’s controversial winner against Manchester United

Pro Ref have apologised to Manchester United for an ‘error of judgement’ to allow Erling Haaland’s Manchester City winner.

The organisation has provided clarity and taken accountability after it was deemed that Enzo Fernandez hadn’t interfered with play, despite being in an offside position when he made an attempt to steer home Josko Gvardiol’s cross.

A Pro Ref spokesperson said: “Following the incident in the 60th minute of Sunday’s Premier League fixture between Manchester United and Manchester City at Old Trafford, we can provide clarification regarding Erling Haaland’s awarded goal.

“The on-field decision was offside against Erling Haaland – that was checked by VAR and he was found to be in an onside position.

“In the same attack, it was established that Enzo Fernandez did not play the ball and therefore that makes any offside offence subjective, however, on this occasion, the VAR did not recognise the likely impact of his position and should have recommended an on-field review.

“Contact has been made with Manchester United this evening to acknowledge what we deem is an error of judgement. A review of the incident will take place.”

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