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Revealed: How Maguire's Shot Led to Goal Despite Handball
Premier League officials said the goal stood because Jacob Greaves turned in Harry Maguire’s off-target shot after an accidental handball check.
- At Old Trafford, Manchester United defender Harry Maguire was involved in a controversial goal against Ipswich Town in the Premier League when his shot deflected off Jacob Greaves into the net, sparking widespread debate.
- Under current regulations, accidental handball by a scorer is an offence; however, mitigating factors allow the goal if the ball deflects off a defender for an own goal, as occurred when Greaves' touch sent it in.
- Video assistant referee Jarred Gillett advised referee Craig Pawson to award the goal, stating, "It's an own goal and the accidental handball is not punishable, so we recommend you award the goal."
- Manchester United ultimately won the match 5-2, with midfielder Bruno Fernandes scoring a hat-trick to secure the team's first points of the 2026/27 season.
- Pundit Gary Neville suggested the handball rule requires review following the controversial incident, though match officials confirmed the decision was valid due to the deflection off Greaves.
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The Independent (US)Why was Man Utd’s goal not disallowed after Maguire’s handball before deflected shot?
The Man Utd defender handled the ball in the build-up to Man Utd’s crucial second goal against Ipswich in the Premier League but, after a VAR review, the goal stood
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Why Man Utd goal against Ipswich still stood after Harry Maguire handball
The own goal stood despite Harry Maguire handling in the immediate build-up (Picture: Sky Sports) There was a moment of controversy and confusion in Manchester United’s clash with Ipswich after the hosts were awarded a second goal – despite Harry Maguire clearly handling the ball in the build-up. After suffering a dismal 2-0 defeat to Hull last time out, there was more frustration for the Red Devils as Leif Davis struck on the half-hour mark to …
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