Match ReportBBC SportUnverified source· 13 Sept 2026
Carrick baffled as controversial Haaland goal sinks United
Manchester United's boss was left fuming after officials allowed Erling Haaland's contentious strike to stand in the derby.

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NS · Premier League
Competition
Premier League
Score
Man Utd 0-1 Man City
Scorer
Erling Haaland
Venue
Old Trafford
What happened. Manchester City beat Manchester United 1-0 in the Manchester derby, with Erling Haaland scoring a controversial goal. United manager Michael Carrick was unhappy with the match officials for allowing the goal to stand.
- Carrick said he was 'baffled' by the decision to award the goal.
- The goal proved decisive in a 1-0 derby win for City.
- Carrick directed his frustration at the match officials.
“baffled”
— Michael Carrick
The result adds to United's frustration as the debate over the officiating continues.
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