Manchester Derby VAR Error: Howard Webb Really Disappointed with Missed Offside
Referees' chief Howard Webb has admitted that the video assistant referee (VAR) did not even consider whether Enzo Fernandez was offside for Erling Haaland's controversial winner in Sunday's Manchester derby.
TL;DR
- Howard Webb, chief refereeing officer for Pro Ref, admitted VAR officials missed an offside offense by Enzo Fernandez during the Manchester derby.
- The VAR team allegedly suffered from 'tunnel vision', focusing solely on Erling Haaland's onside position and failing to assess Fernandez's interference with play.
- Webb stated the goal should have been disallowed and expressed deep disappointment, noting the involved officials will be sidelined until after the international break.
- He supported the red card shown to Phil Foden for kicking out at Bruno Fernandes, while classifying Fernandes' similar action as a yellow card offense due to less force.
- The error occurred despite the use of semi-automated offside technology and encouragement for greater VAR efficiency.