Football NewsMirror FootballUnverified source· 22 Sept 2026

Premier League flags 'significant' VAR error in Manchester derby

The Premier League has told clubs a major VAR call in the Manchester derby was wrong, with the officials involved stood down.

Competition

Premier League

Match

Manchester derby

Score

1-0

Scorer

Erling Haaland

What happened. The Premier League highlighted a 'significant' VAR error from the Manchester derby to clubs ahead of their shareholders' meeting. Erling Haaland's decisive goal was initially ruled out for offside before VAR intervened and awarded it.

VAR officials Matt Donohue and Blake Antrobus stood down until after the international break
Gary Neville predicted an apology would be made to Manchester United
Scrutiny on Pro Ref is growing after controversial VAR decisions

The admission adds pressure on refereeing body Pro Ref as clubs prepare for their latest shareholders' meeting.

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