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Man City boss Maresca defends VAR after controversial Haaland derby goal
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Earlier reports and follow-ups on the same developing story.
- Carrick 'baffled' by decision to award controversial Man City goal
- Haaland goal sees 10-man City beat United in controversial Manchester derby
- Haaland scores controversial winner as Man City win derby despite Foden red
- Haaland goal decides VAR-heavy Manchester derby for 10-man City
- Haaland scores controversial derby winner for Man City after Foden red
- Maresca criticises focus on controversial Manchester derby winner
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