Ball don't lie: How the World Cup match ball helped deny Croatia a dramatic equalizer vs. Portugal
A controversial World Cup match ball decision has left Croatia's fans and players in disbelief.
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The brief
Croatia was denied a dramatic equalizer against Portugal in their World Cup match. The match ball was deemed not to have fully crossed the goal line, despite initial indications that it had. Coverage emphasizes the use of VAR technology in the decision-making process.
The match ball's trajectory and the goal line technology were scrutinized. Coverage from Nine.com.au, USA Today, Beyond The 90, Fox News, and Yahoo Sports all discuss the incident. What to watch next: The reaction from Croatian players and fans.
Coverage does not yet specify whether Croatia will appeal the decision or if there will be further review of the goal line technology.
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Quick answers
What was the controversial decision in the Croatia vs. Portugal match?
The match ball was deemed not to have fully crossed the goal line, denying Croatia a dramatic equalizer.
Which outlets are covering the story?
Nine.com.au, USA Today, Beyond The 90, Fox News, and Yahoo Sports.
What technology was used in the decision-making process?
VAR technology and goal line technology were used to determine whether the ball had crossed the line.
Coverage (5)
- World Cup live updates: Projectiles fly from angry crowd after final minute VAR drama Nine.com.au · 5h ago
- Croatia heartbroken after loss to Portugal: What players had to say USA Today · 5h ago
- A Crime Against Football: VAR has robbed Croatia’s Golden Generation of a sunset moment Beyond The 90 · 5h ago
- VAR denies Croatia's game-tying goal as Cristiano Ronaldo leads Portugal to Round of 16 Fox News · 5h ago
- Ball don't lie: How the World Cup match ball helped deny Croatia a dramatic equalizer vs. Portugal Yahoo Sports · 5h ago
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