Disallowed Goal Leaves Man Utd at a Disadvantage

Mauro Icardi's disallowed goal against Manchester United in the Champions League may have been allowed if it was scored in the Premier League. The goal would have leveled the match at 2-2 just before half-time, potentially changing the outcome of the game.

Varied Offside Judgements in Different Leagues

Uefa uses a semi-automated system to judge offside in the Champions League, whereas the Premier League relies on VAR officials drawing lines to determine offside. In Icardi's case, the automated system deemed him offside by the tightest of margins, while the Premier League's starting point for offside is lower, potentially calling him onside.

Controversial Decisions Benefit Galatasaray

Galatasaray not only benefited from Icardi's disallowed goal but also from a non-penalized handball by Scott McTominay in the penalty area. Uefa referees have been quick to award penalties for handballs, making this decision surprising. Additionally, Galatasaray's first goal came after Hakim Ziyech fired a free-kick past Andre Onana, breaking a law of the game by being too close to the wall.

Overall, the differing rules and interpretations of VAR in different leagues continue to spark controversy and debate in the world of football.