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Why Germany’s World Cup Goal Was Disallowed: FIFA Explains the VAR Decision That Changed the Paraguay Match
FIFA refereeing chief Pierluigi Collina has defended the controversial VAR intervention that ruled out Germany’s extra-time winner against Paraguay, highlighting a growing crackdown on set-piece obstruction tactics at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
‘What’s the Point of VAR?’ Didier Drogba’s Outburst Reignites Football’s Biggest Debate After Ivory Coast’s World Cup Exit
The controversial penalty decision in Ivory Coast’s defeat to Norway has reopened global questions about VAR, consistency, and whether technology is delivering the fairness football promised.
Explained: Did VAR Decision Cost Germany FIFA World Cup 2026 Knockout Exit Against Paraguay?
Germany thought Jonathan Tah's extra-time goal had sent them into the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16, but VAR controversy changed the game before Paraguay won on penalties