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EFL explains that Sheffield United s goal is invalid: VAR determines Sousa s offside position to interfere with goalkeeper

9:26am, 25 May 2025【Football】

May 25th News: The English Championship was upgraded to the playoff final, Sunderland beat Sheffield United 2-1 and was promoted to the Premier League.

In the 33rd minute of this game, Sheffield United scored a goal through a corner kick, but the penalty was invalid. The EFL official explained this penalty: "Bruce's goal was initially judged to be valid on the court. After the VAR check, it was determined that Sousa was in an offside position and made an action that significantly affected the goalkeeper's ability to handle the ball. The referee overturned the initial penalty and the goal was cancelled."