Manchester City Still Waiting for Apology Over 2023 Derby Goal
Manchester City are still awaiting an apology from the referees' chief, Howard Webb, for a match-defining decision in the 2023 Manchester derby, according to Enzo Maresca. The Guardian Football reported this, confirming the statement with a direct quote from Maresca.
Competition · 2026-09-16 12:10:49
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The controversy surrounding the 2023 Manchester derby has been reignited by Maresca, who referenced Bruno Fernandes's goal in that match. Fernandes equalised despite Marcus Rashford being in an offside position, and Manchester City went on to lose the game. Maresca has stated that the goal was not a regular goal and that no one apologised for the decision.
Manchester City host Norwich in the Carabao Cup on Thursday, which could provide Maresca with the opportunity to win a first trophy at the club. Phil Foden will not be involved after being sent off against Manchester United for kicking out at Fernandes, earning a three-match ban.
