Gary Neville demands referee explanation as Erling Haaland somehow escapes offside to score against Man Utd

GARY NEVILLE hit out at officials after Erling Haaland’s controversial opener for Manchester City in the Manchester Derby. Ten-man City took the lead midway through the second half against rivals Manchester United after Haaland converted from Josko Gvardiol’s cross. Gary Neville was baffled over Man City’s controversial opener in the Manchester Derby Erling Haaland was played onside by the foot of Patrick Dorgu, according to officials There was confusion over how the goal could stand given Haaland appeared to be well offside. Play was paused for a lengthy spell as VAR agonised over the incident for several minutes. Sign up for the Man United newsletter Thank you! They also checked to see whether Enzo Fernandez had interfered in the build-up to the goal. But it was deemed that Patrick Dorgu played Haaland on and the goal was given – a decision which sparked fury among fans and Neville was fuming too. He told Sky Sports: “They have given the goal… I’m lost. we need an official to explain what is not offside.” More to follow. Comment now