'As obvious as it gets': Carrick fumes at VAR call on Haaland’s derby winner

United manager adamant Fernández interfered with play

'As obvious as it gets': Carrick fumes at VAR call on Haaland’s derby winner

TL;DR

  • Michael Carrick is unhappy that Erling Haaland's winning goal for Manchester City was allowed to stand.
  • Carrick believes Enzo Fernández, who was in an offside position, interfered with play.
  • VAR reviewed the goal and decided Fernández was not interfering, a decision Carrick described as 'worrying'.
  • Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca defended the VAR decision, stating Haaland was onside.
  • Carrick also commented on a controversial red card given to Phil Foden, suggesting Bruno Fernandes should have also been sent off.
  • Carrick expressed appreciation for the Manchester United supporters amidst pre-game protests regarding ticket touts.