Norwich's Controversial Goal Stands Against Derby in Championship Clash
- Borja Sainz scored a controversial goal for Norwich City, which was deemed to have been scored after the ball went out of play.
- Derby County players and fans expressed their anger towards the officials, as the absence of VAR meant the decision could not be reviewed.
- Norwich's victory marked their first back-to-back wins since March, while Derby's home record was compromised by this contentious match.
In a Championship match on Saturday, Norwich City faced Derby County, where a controversial goal by Borja Sainz sparked outrage among the home team and fans. The goal, which gave Norwich a 1-0 lead just before half-time, was scored after Sainz flicked a low cross from Josh Sargent into the net. However, replays showed that the ball had clearly gone out of play before Sainz made contact, leading to frustration from Derby players who felt the officials had made a significant error. Referee Oliver Langford was confronted by several Derby players, who were visibly upset by the decision, while the home crowd expressed their displeasure through boos and jeers. Despite the controversy, Derby managed to equalize in the second half with a goal from Craig Forsyth. However, Sainz went on to score two more goals, completing his hat-trick and securing a 3-2 victory for Norwich. This win marked Norwich's first back-to-back victories since March, while Derby's perfect home record for the season was tarnished by this contentious defeat. The absence of VAR in the Championship meant that the officials could not review the play, leaving many to question the integrity of the officiating in such crucial moments of the game.