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Why was Kane's penalty retaken against Croatia?

Why was Kane's penalty retaken against Croatia?

Summary

England’s Harry Kane was allowed to retake a penalty against Croatia after the video assistant referee (VAR) spotted rule violations by the Croatian goalkeeper and a defender. Kane missed his first shot, but because the goalkeeper moved off the line early and the defender entered the penalty area too soon, the penalty was retaken and scored.

Key Facts

  • The penalty was awarded after Luka Modric fouled Noni Madueke.
  • Kane’s first penalty shot was saved by Croatia goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic.
  • VAR showed Livakovic moved off his line before Kane took the shot, which is against the rules.
  • The goalkeeper must keep at least one foot on or above the goal line during a penalty kick.
  • Croatian defender Josko Gvardiol was also inside the penalty area too early when Kane kicked the ball.
  • The defender prevented an attack by clearing the ball, which can lead to a penalty retake.
  • Kane scored the penalty on his second attempt.
  • The incident happened in an England vs. Croatia match.
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