Late VAR drama as Croatia denied equaliser
Summary
In the World Cup knockout match between Croatia and Portugal in Toronto, Josko Gvardiol scored a goal in stoppage time. However, after a review by the Video Assistant Referee (VAR), the goal was disallowed due to an offside call, meaning Croatia did not get the equalizing goal.Key Facts
- The match was part of the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage.
- Josko Gvardiol of Croatia scored a goal during stoppage time (added time at the end of a match).
- The Video Assistant Referee (VAR) reviewed the goal.
- VAR ruled the goal offside, meaning a player was in an illegal position when the ball was played.
- Because of this decision, the goal did not count.
- The disallowed goal denied Croatia a chance to equalize against Portugal.
- The game took place in Toronto, Canada.
- The incident happened recently, within minutes before the news was published.
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