Pro Ref announced that video assistant referee Matt Donohue and his assistant Blake Antrobus have been stood down after they allowed Erling Haaland’s winning goal in the Manchester derby. The organisation said the decision to confirm the goal was an “error of judgment.” The two officials will not receive appointments for this weekend’s Premier League fixtures.
Why it matters
The decision highlights the controversy surrounding Haaland’s decisive goal and the officiating that enabled it, which is of interest to his followers.
Key facts
- Matt Donohue and Blake Antrobus were the VAR officials who allowed Erling Haaland’s winning goal in the Manchester derby.
- Pro Ref stated that allowing the goal was an error of judgment.
- Both officials have been stood down and will not receive appointments for the upcoming Premier League round.
Evidence
Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet.
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