Everton secured a 1-1 draw against Manchester City on Monday evening following a debated goal from Thierno Barry. The striker was positioned in an offside location when teammate Iliman Ndiaye attempted a pass. However, Manchester City defender Marc Guehi intercepted the ball with a deliberate touch that redirected it to Barry, according to the Premier League.
Match officials permitted the goal to stand because the laws of the game state a player is not considered offside if they receive the ball from an opponent who deliberately plays it. Per the International Football Association Board, a deliberate play occurs when a player has control of their movement and the ball. This applies even if the outcome of the play is unsuccessful or inaccurate.
Guehi attempted to intercept the cross but his contact teed up Barry for a close-range finish. The decision sparked discussion regarding the fairness of current offside interpretations, per Sky Sports. Manchester City had previously taken the lead through Erling Haaland in the first half.
