Manchester City once again at the center of VAR scandal: third year in a row referees cancel opponents' goals.
VAR controversy in the match between Manchester City and Liverpool
According to The Sun: Manchester City has been taking advantage of the VAR system for the third consecutive year. In the Sunday match against Liverpool, which Manchester City won 3-0, Guardiola's team again benefited from the video assistant referee. During the game, when City was already leading 1-0, Virgil van Dijk scored a goal, but it was disallowed due to offside established by VAR.
Against Liverpool...
This VAR decision sparked lively discussions as the City team received yet another controversial ruling in their favor.
It should be noted that various incidents that occur during matches always prompt discussions. VAR systems are not only technical assistants but also an important factor in the perception of competition results. Monitoring such situations is crucial, as interpretations of the rules are constantly changing, and teams strive to adapt to new realities. Whether this will affect the outcomes of future matches will be revealed in the games to come.
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