Change of guidance on offside rule after controversial Bernardo Silva goal

Bernardo Silva’s goal for Manchester City against Aston Villa would not now be allowed to stand after referees were issued with updated guidance by PGMOL (Martin Rickett/PA)

New guidance has been issued to referees and clubs after Bernardo Silva’s controversial goal for Manchester City against Aston Villa last week.

Villa were furious when City midfielder Rodri stole the ball from Tyrone Mings having come from an offside position in the build-up to the goal.