‘Weak’ - Erling Haaland fumes at huge decision involving new Man City team-mate Elliot Anderson as VAR frustrates Norway in World Cup quarter-final clash with England
Erling Haaland expressed frustration after Norway was eliminated from the World Cup by England following a controversial VAR decision. The striker criticized the officiating, specifically regarding a disallowed goal involving his Manchester City teammate Elliot Anderson.
Why it matters
High-stakes officiating decisions in major international tournaments often spark debate regarding the consistency and impact of VAR technology.
Erling Haaland confessed to feeling "bitter" and "empty" after Norway were dumped out of the World Cup by England in a dramatic quarter-final encounter. Haaland was left fuming with the match officials after a contentious VAR intervention in an incident involving his new Manchester City team-mate Elliot Anderson, which denied his side a crucial goal in the second half.
Haaland did not mince his words after Norway's heartbreaking 2-1 defeat to England after extra time at the Miami Stadium . The 25-year-old striker was at the centre of the game's biggest talking point when Torbjorn Lysaker Heggem's goal, scored 10 minutes into the second half, was chalked off by VAR. Officials adjudged that Haaland had fouled his soon-to-be Man City team-mate Anderson in the build-up.
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