Manchester United aficionado and presenter Mark Goldbridge recently unleashed a scathing critique aimed at PGMOL (Professional Game Match Officials Limited) following their decision to validate Manchester City’s controversial late goal against Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Sunday Premier League encounter. The goal, a header by John Stones, proved to be the winning strike.
The controversy stemmed from City’s Bernardo Silva being positioned offside while contending with Wolves’ goalkeeper Jose Sa. However, as Stones made contact with the ball, Silva cleverly evaded Sa and was not obstructing the keeper. Despite a VAR assessment that seemed to present an opportunity for Wolves, referee Chris Kavanagh ultimately upheld the goal—a decision that greatly irked the passionate United supporter, Goldbridge.
Taking to social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Goldbridge expressed his frustration towards Howard Webb and the officiating body for overlooking what he perceived as a clear foul against Sa. In a concise yet powerful message, he stated, “PGMOL!!! What’s the point in carrying on with the league at this point. Webb and co you’re a joke. An absolute inconsistent game ruining joke.” Goldbridge’s vehement reaction resonated with many fans, underlining the ongoing scrutiny and debate surrounding VAR and officiating standards in modern football.
