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Why Erling Haaland's Goal vs Real Madrid Was Allowed Despite Man City Star Being 'Offside'


Published on 2025-02-12 03:25:20 - Tuko
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  • Haaland's goal against Real sparked controversy after a lengthy VAR check. Officials ruled the goal valid as only his hand was ahead, not an offence.

The article from Tuko.co.ke discusses the controversial decision regarding Erling Haaland's goal during a Champions League match between Manchester City and Real Madrid. Despite Haaland being in an offside position when the ball was played, his goal was allowed because the play was deemed to have been influenced by an opponent, specifically Eduardo Camavinga, who attempted to play the ball. According to the rules, if an opponent plays the ball, an offside position does not automatically result in an offside offense. This interpretation led to the goal being validated, sparking debate among fans and analysts about the application of the offside rule in this instance. The article explains the rule, provides context from the match, and includes reactions from various football commentators and former players, highlighting the complexity and sometimes contentious nature of offside decisions in modern football.

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