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Hurzeler Backs VAR Despite Major Error Ahead of Brighton’s Old Trafford Trip
Wayne Rooney criticized VAR after Manchester City's 1-0 win over Manchester United at Old Trafford, calling for its removal due to a controversial goal decision involving Erling Haaland.
Haaland's goal was initially disallowed for offside but then awarded after VAR review, though officials later admitted an error by not recommending an on-field review regarding Enzo Fernandez's offside position.
Pro Ref apologized to Manchester United and acknowledged an error of judgment in the VAR decision, promising a review of the incident.
Rooney expressed frustration that VAR removes emotion from football and called the decision baffling, stating that Fernandez was offside and interfered with play.