Mike Dean weighs in on VAR controversy during Everton vs. Man United clash at Goodison Park.
David Moyes was ecstatic as Everton dominated early on, with Beto smashing in another goal to give them the lead. However, VAR took several minutes to review the goal due to offside complaints involving Beto and Jesper Lindstrom in the buildup, once again sparking controversy over the decision-making process.
VAR Controversy at Goodison Park
Despite Harry Maguire leading the protests, Manchester United’s defense had multiple chances to clear the ball before Beto struck. Speaking live on *Sky Sports Soccer Saturday* (February 22, 12:51), Mike Dean reacted instantly to the footage.
“It doesn’t look offside when the ball gets headed back in, the left-back is coming out,” Dean said. “He’s onside by a good yard, yard and a half.”
Manchester United Lose Their Cool
Seeing an opposing team unravel at Goodison Park is always satisfying, and after Liverpool’s dramatic 2-2 draw, Manchester United seemed to struggle even more. Supposedly led by the next big thing, Ruben Amorim, they were instead outclassed by Moyes, who continues to prove his experience.
Although late goals from Bruno Fernandes and Manuel Ugarte salvaged a result, United’s struggles highlighted their lack of impact players—something Everton is now embracing with Beto.
Beto’s Premier League Hot Streak
**Beto’s last four Premier League games:**
– **Manchester United** – 1 goal
– **Crystal Palace** – 1 goal
– **Liverpool** – 1 goal
– **Leicester** – 2 goals
Beto has been thriving in the Premier League, stepping up when Everton needed him most. With Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Armando Broja sidelined, hope seemed slim—until Beto delivered. Unlike Sean Dyche, Moyes has built a system that maximizes his strengths.
Even when Calvert-Lewin and Broja return, they won’t walk straight back into the starting XI. Everton is surging toward the top half of the table, and with momentum on their side, they’ll be playing Premier League football at Bramley Moore Dock next season.
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