VAR Debates Intensify After World Cup Exits
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Football fans and coaches are debating the impact of VAR following controversial decisions in the World Cup. Croatia's coach and Zlatan Ibrahimović criticized VAR for disallowing goals, arguing it removes emotion from the game.
Ex-referee Marić slams VAR for penalty call in Croatia's World Cup exit
- Former international referee Bruno Marić criticized a VAR decision that led to a penalty for Portugal against Croatia at the World Cup. - Marić stated the referee had control of the situation and did not need VAR intervention, expressing anger over inconsistent criteria. - Croatia was eliminated from the World Cup after a 2-1 loss to Portugal, a match marked by several controversial refereeing c…
Zlatan blasts VAR and Ronaldo after Croatia's World Cup exit: 'It was a robbery'
- Zlatan Ibrahimović criticized the VAR decision to disallow Croatia's late equalizer against Portugal, calling it a
Croatia's Modric questions VAR after World Cup exit
- Luka Modric questioned the VAR's application after Croatia's elimination from the 2026 World Cup by Portugal. - He specifically cited a disallowed goal for Josko Gvardiol and a penalty awarded to Po…
Football fans debate VAR's impact: Fairness vs. Emotion
- The introduction of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) in football has not ended debates over referee decisions. - Some view VAR as a step towards greater fairness, while others believe it diminishes…
VAR Drama Sees Portugal Edge Croatia 2-1 to Reach World Cup Last 16
- Portugal defeated Croatia 2-1 in a dramatic Round of 16 match at the 2026 World Cup, securing their place in the next round. - The game featured three VAR decisions that significantly impacted the f…
Zlatko Dalić: Refereeing Was Very Bad for Us, and VAR Kills Emotions
- Croatia's coach Zlatko Dalić criticized the refereeing and VAR decisions after their loss, stating they were unfair and killed the emotion of the game. - Dalić acknowledged Portugal's victory and wi…
VAR Frustrates Croatia After Bitter World Cup Exit: 'It Takes the Fun Out of Football'
- Croatia is frustrated with VAR decisions after their 2-1 loss to Portugal eliminated them from the World Cup. - A disallowed 2-2 equalizer against Portugal is causing controversy, with players quest…