Reason controversial Man Utd goal v Ipswich was given after VAR confirmation
Manchester United's second goal was allowed to stand as it deflected in off Ipswich Town defender Jacob Greaves, despite the England defender being adjudged to have handled the ball. Maguire blocked a clearance from Chuba Akpom and the ball bounced favourably for the defender before his dragged effort crept in.
TL;DR
- Manchester United's second goal was awarded despite an accidental handball by Maguire, as the ball deflected off an Ipswich defender.
- VAR confirmed the goal was an own goal, making the handball not punishable according to IFAB rules.
- Bruno Fernandes scored a hat-trick, and Bryan Mbeumo also scored for Manchester United.
- Ipswich scored through Leif Davis and Chuba Akpom, but ultimately lost the match.
- The match featured several defensive errors and a controversial VAR decision.