Why Harry Maguire's Man Utd goal stood despite handball
Why Maguire goal stood despite handball

Harry Maguire's goal for Manchester United against Ipswich Town was allowed to stand despite the ball hitting his hand in the build-up.

Maguire, 33, fired United into a 2-1 lead in the 57th minute at Old Trafford after controlling the ball on the edge of the box before drilling a low shot into the bottom corner.

Replays show handball

Replays, however, showed that the ball hit Maguire's hand as he tried to bring it into his path, leaving the Ipswich players incensed that the goal should be disallowed.

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The goal was allowed to stand after an initial VAR check.

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