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VAR decisions in 2026 World Cup prompt complaints and overturned suspension
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VAR decisions in 2026 World Cup prompt complaints and overturned suspension
The 2026 World Cup has featured multiple VAR decisions that were contested by teams or later overturned by committees.
- Egypt's second goal against Argentina was disallowed by VAR after a review of a foul in the buildup, prompting the Egyptian FA to file a formal complaint to FIFA.
- Brazil's Vinícius Júnior had a goal disallowed by VAR after a review for a foul in the buildup.
- Croatia's last-minute equalizer against Portugal was disallowed by VAR for offside after a deflection off a Portuguese defender, which officials ruled was not intentional.
- USA forward Folarin Balogun was sent off after a VAR-reviewed tackle, but the suspension was later lifted by the relevant committees.
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