Michael Carrick responds to a Pro Ref apology over a VAR-related decision during last weekend’s Manchester derby. Carrick says the apology does not change the situation, describing it as not meaning anything in the context of the match, while also indicating he continues to back the use of the technology.
The reports frame the comments as a direct reaction to the league’s refereeing body after its acknowledgment of an error. The Mirror and Manchester Evening News both focus on Carrick being questioned publicly about the apology, but they present limited additional detail about the specific decision. While both outlets agree on the core facts—Carrick’s discussion of the apology and his stance toward VAR—the emphasis differs slightly, with one outlet highlighting his view that the apology is effectively inconsequential and the other focusing more broadly on his reaction.
Overall, the coverage shows Carrick engaging with the fallout from the incident, alongside a continued belief that VAR should remain part of officiating even after mistakes.
