Premier League releases VAR transcript of Haaland incident after Man Utd error
The Premier League, via Pro Ref chief Howard Webb, have released the full VAR transcription of Erling Haaland's winning goal in Manchester City's 1-0 victory over local rivals Manchester United. The organisation has already apologised after incorrectly awarding the goal, despite Enzo Fernandez being in an offside position.
TL;DR
- The Premier League released the VAR transcript for Erling Haaland's controversial goal.
- Howard Webb admitted the VAR had 'tunnel vision' on Haaland, overlooking Enzo Fernandez's offside interference.
- The on-field decision was offside, but VAR instructed Michael Oliver to overturn it.
- Webb stated the goal should have been disallowed.
- The transcript shows officials did not consider Fernandez's interference despite him not touching the ball.