Manchester United defender who questioned the VAR decision allowing Erling Haaland's goal in the Manchester derby.
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… But Solanke came to Tottenham's rescue in the final moments when he evaded United defender Lisandro Martinez to head in Sandro Tonali's cross. …
Spurs rescue draw at Man Utd, Arsenal survive Leeds scareCitizen Digital
… United fell behind in the second half to a farcical own goal from Lisandro Martinez, who diverted the ball into his own net after Senne Lammens had saved Calvin Bassey's shot. …
Man Utd salvage Fulham draw as pressure mounts on CarrickCitizen Digital
… United manager Michael Carrick said he was "staggered" by the decision because Fernandez blocked Lisandro Martinez's attempt to clear and potentially distracted goalkeeper Senne Lammens. …
Referees chief Webb 'really disappointed' over VAR error in Manchester derbyCitizen Digital
… It's easier said than done, of course it is, but we're capable of it." United defender Lisandro Martinez called the derby decision an "injustice" -– a feeling that Carrick wants his players to use as fuel against in-form Brighton. …
Carrick urges Man Utd to use derby pain as fuel against BrightonCitizen Digital
… "I just don't get it, I really don't get it, I can't understand them." Lisandro Martinez was the United defender at the centre of the controversy. …
Carrick 'worried' by decision to award Man City winnerCitizen Digital
… Lisandro Martinez was the United defender at the centre of the controversy. The Argentine said he was clearly impacted by the presence of his international teammate Fernandez and branded the City goal an "injustice". …
Referee body admits 'error' for Haaland goal in Manchester derbyThe Standard
… "I just don't get it, I really don't get it, I can't understand them."Lisandro Martinez was the United defender at the centre of the controversy. …
Carrick 'worried' by decision to award Man City winnerCitizen Digital
Man Utd outclass Sabah on Champions League return By AFP September 11, 2026 12:02 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Manchester United's Argentinian defender #06 Lisandro Martinez (C) celebrates scoring the te …
Man Utd outclass Sabah on Champions League returnCitizen Digital
… Lisandro Martinez and Cristian Romero have established themselves as the first-choice centre-half pairing. …
Messi departure leaves Argentina facing rebuild after golden eraCitizen Digital
… Lisandro Martinez was caught in possession by Enciso, who teed up Chuba Akpom to tap into an empty net.
Fernandes hat-trick inspires Man Utd rout of IpswichTottenham came from behind to draw 1-1 with Manchester United thanks to a last-minute goal by Dominic Solanke, while Arsenal beat Leeds 2-1 to get back on track.
10 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Tottenham came from behind to draw 1-1 with Manchester United thanks to a last-minute goal by Dominic Solanke, while Arsenal beat Leeds 2-1 to get back on track.
10 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester United salvaged a 1-1 draw against Fulham thanks to Matheus Cunha's late equaliser on Sunday, but pressure mounts on boss Michael Carrick after a lacklustre display. United have one win in five Premier League matches and trail Manchester City by ten points.
20 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Referees' chief Howard Webb expressed disappointment with a VAR mistake that allowed Erling Haaland's winner in Manchester City's 1-0 victory against Manchester United. VAR official Matt Donohue overturned an offside call, ruling that midfielder Enzo Fernandez was not interfering with play, a decision United manager Michael Carrick said he was "staggered" by.
16 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said his team should channel frustration from their Premier League derby defeat to Manchester City as they prepare for Wednesday's League Cup third-round match against Brighton. United lost to City despite a first-half red card for Phil Foden, with Erling Haaland scoring a controversial winning goal that was initially disallowed for offside but overturned by VAR.
15 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick expressed concern over a VAR decision that allowed Erling Haaland's goal to stand for 10-man Manchester City against United on Sunday. The goal was initially ruled offside but reversed after a lengthy review, with officials determining that Enzo Fernandez, though in an offside position, was not interfering with play.
14 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Professional Game Referees admitted that the decision to allow Erling Haaland's winning goal in Manchester City's 1-0 victory over Manchester United was an "error of judgment," even though City midfielder Enzo Fernandez was in an offside position when the goal was scored.
14 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Professional Game Referees issued an official statement admitting an "error of judgment" after Erling Haaland's match-winning goal was incorrectly allowed to stand in Manchester City's 1-0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford, though VAR had determined Haaland was onside and Enzo Fernández did not touch the ball.
14 September 2026 · The Standard →
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick expressed concern over a VAR decision to allow Erling Haaland's goal for Manchester City, which was initially ruled offside but overturned after review. Carrick and defender Lisandro Martinez both questioned how officials concluded that Enzo Fernandez, in an offside position, was not interfering with play.
14 September 2026 · The Standard →
Manchester United won 4-0 against Azerbaijani champions Sabah at Old Trafford in the Champions League on Thursday, marking United's return to the competition for the first time in three seasons. Matheus Cunha, Bruno Fernandes, Benjamin Sesko and Lisandro Martinez scored as United took advantage of a favourable draw.
11 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international football on August 31, 2026, ending a 21-year career with Argentina during which the team won three major titles including the 2022 World Cup. Argentina now faces a transition period with questions surrounding coach Lionel Scaloni and other ageing players.
2 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Bruno Fernandes scored a hat-trick as Manchester United recovered from a goal down to defeat Ipswich 5-2 in a Premier League match on Sunday, bouncing back from a 2-0 loss to Hull the previous weekend.
30 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said new signing Carlos Baleba will miss around three weeks due to an ankle injury, though Carrick remains excited by the Cameroonian midfielder's potential. Baleba joined from Brighton for £70 million.
28 August 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The English Football Association has implemented new rules requiring a minimum 10-match suspension for players found guilty of discrimination, raising the threshold from previous bans that ranged from six to 12 games. The rules apply to players, managers, and officials, and cover discrimination based on ethnic origin, colour, race, nationality, religion, sex, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, or disability.
30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha and Norway striker Erling Haaland were named in the fan-voted FIFA World Cup dream team after standout performances during their teams' unexpected runs. Vozinha topped the goalkeeper vote with 39.6% despite Spain's Unai Simon winning the Golden Glove.
23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spain won the 2026 World Cup final, defeating holders Argentina 1-0 with an extra-time goal from Ferran Torres in the 106th minute. The victory ended Lionel Messi's hopes for a second World Cup victory in what was likely his final World Cup appearance.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Egypt's Football Federation has filed a complaint with FIFA demanding an investigation into French referee Francois Letexier and his officiating team after Egypt's 3-2 loss to Argentina in the World Cup round of 16, citing serious refereeing mistakes and double standards.
8 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Egyptian Football Federation filed a complaint with FIFA requesting an investigation into referee Francois Letexier and his VAR team following Egypt's 3-2 elimination by Argentina in the World Cup last 16. Egypt contended that a disallowed goal by Mostafa Ziko and a missed penalty claim in build-up to Argentina's winner were refereeing errors that cost them the match.
8 July 2026 · The Standard →
Argentina recovered from 2-0 down to defeat Egypt 3-2 in the round of 32, with Lionel Messi scoring the equaliser and Enzo Fernandez securing victory in stoppage time, allowing the holders to reach the quarter-finals.
7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Argentina came from 2-0 down to defeat Egypt 3-2 and advance to the quarter-finals, with Lionel Messi scoring the equaliser and Enzo Fernandez sealing the turnaround in stoppage time. Egypt protested controversial officiating decisions, including a disallowed goal and a red card to a coaching staff member.
7 July 2026 · The Standard →
Lionel Messi scored his 20th World Cup goal as Argentina defeated Cape Verde 3-2 after extra-time to reach the last 16, with the underdogs forcing the defending champions to work harder than expected in Miami heat.
4 July 2026 · The Standard →
From the 2026-27 season, Premier League referees can book players for hair-pulling instead of sending them off, if the pull is deemed "without excessive force and/or brutality." The change comes after several players, including Manchester United's Lisandro Martinez, received red cards for the offence last season.
13 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →