Mike Dean has rejected Erik ten Hag’s assertion that Alejandro Garnacho’s goal against Arsenal should have been allowed to stand.
During the intense finale of the Manchester United and Arsenal clash, the 19-year-old forward believed he had scored the winning goal for the Red Devils.
Yet, after scrutiny by both the Video Assistant Referee and on-field referee Anthony Taylor, Garnacho’s goal was disallowed due to an offside decision.
This decision ultimately shifted the momentum, and Arsenal’s Declan Rice seized the opportunity to net a late goal, securing a lead for his team.
The match concluded with Gabriel Jesus netting another goal for Arsenal, clinching a victory.
After the game, Ten Hag expressed his frustration in an interview with Sky Sports, suggesting that the VAR had used an inaccurate angle to make the call.
He criticized various decisions that seemed to go against his team, including a penalty claim and a disallowed goal.
In response to Ten Hag’s remarks, former Premier League referee Mike Dean weighed in on the controversy.
While understanding the United manager’s perspective, Dean maintained that the correct decision was reached.
He acknowledged the close nature of the offside decision but emphasized that the technology utilized accurate placement of lines to determine the outcome.
He explained that both camera angles, one from the side and another from the 18-yard line, contributed to the decision-making process.
Dean confidently stated that Garnacho’s shoulder had been offside, which aligned with the decision that was rendered.
He reiterated that he was satisfied with the outcome and the usage of technology to make the final call.
In the aftermath of this contentious match, the debate regarding VAR’s accuracy and its impact on crucial decisions continues to captivate both fans and experts alike.
As teams strive for fairness and precision in officiating, the intricacies of VAR implementation and the interpretation of its results remain central to discussions surrounding modern football.
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