How the new World Cup ball helped knock Croatia out with use of technology

It’s been called one of, if not the biggest VAR decision in World Cup history. Whatever you call it, it was one that left Croatia heartbroken and Portugal thanking its lucky stars.

'We expect an explanation' - Sucic on Snicko VAR call

Croatia midfielder Petar Sucic says Croatia "expect an explanation" after VAR used Snicko technology to deny their side a late equaliser in a 2-1 World Cup defeat to Portugal.

Huge Snicko VAR call prolongs Ronaldo's last dance but ends Modric's

Veteran forward Cristiano Ronaldo gets another day on the World Cup stage after Croatia are denied a late equaliser by a huge ...

Gvardiol goal ruled out as Portugal knock out Croatia

Portugal secured their place in last 16 at the World Cup after beating Croatia 2-1 in Toronto. Josko Gvardiol's very late equalising goal was ruled out for offside by VAR, as he and Mateo Kovacic were ...

World Cup 2026: Will Spain and Portugal set up last-16 tie?

All the latest from the 2026 Fifa World Cup as England & Belgium set up games with co-hosts Mexico and the USA respectively.

Why Did VAR Rule Out Joško Gvardiol’s Late Goal for Croatia vs. Portugal? World Cup Rules Explained

Switzerland vs. Algeria Lineups, Live Streaming, TV Channels, How and Where to Watch In the USA & Other Countries Portugal ...

Slow-motion VAR replays are distorting referees’ decisions – it’s time to end them

Folarin Balogun and Christian Pulisic react as referee Raphael Claus indicates a VAR decision Charlotte Wilson/ Presented as ...

Justice for U.S. star Folarin Balogun, red card for VAR

Soccer’s video assistant referee system is worse than the NBA’s tedious in-game reviews. Worse than the existential NFL ...