Ghana coach: 'VAR went for coffee' to aid 'lucky' England
Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz criticized the officiating in their goalless draw against England, specifically questioning the absence of VAR intervention for a potential penalty. The match saw England dominate possession but fail to convert, leading to frustration from the Ghanaian side.
Why it matters
The controversy highlights the ongoing debate regarding the consistency and transparency of VAR technology in high-level international football.
Ghana boss Carlos Queiroz joked that the video assistant referee must have gone for a coffee after saying England escaped a penalty and red card in Tuesday's goalless World Cup stalemate.
The article provides a balanced account of the match events and includes the coach's subjective complaints alongside match statistics.
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