MOTD pundits debate controversial own goal in Man Utd win

A Harry Maguire handball was allowed to stand as an own goal due to a loophole.

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What happened. Manchester United beat Ipswich Town 5-2, but the match was overshadowed by a controversial goal where Harry Maguire's handball was counted as a Jacob Greaves own goal.

• MOTD pundits Ellen White and Shay Given discussed the refereeing controversy.
• The goal stood due to a loophole in the rules.

The debate highlights ongoing concerns about handball rules and VAR decisions.

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