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Dan Brown

Why Manchester United's first goal against Man City was given by VAR in derby with Rashford offside

Manchester United secured an important 2-1 victory over Manchester City in the derby on Saturday afternoon, but the Reds' first goal had to be awarded by VAR after it was initially ruled out.

Erik ten Hag's side came from behind to defeat Pep Guardiola's men, with Jack Grealish having opened the scoring for the home side in the 60th minute. However, the Reds responded well and levelled proceedings through Bruno Fernandes in the 78th minute - with the goal being given by VAR.

Casemiro did well and delivered an inviting pass for Marcus Rashford, however, the England international was in an offside position. He opted to leave the pass and as a result, Fernandes was able to run onto the pass and finish past Ederson in the City goal. The Portuguese ace's goal was initially ruled out for offside, with the linesman immediately putting his flag in the air.

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