World Cup 2026: Huge VAR call prolongs Ronaldo's last dance but ends Modric's
Portugal advanced to the World Cup 2026 knockout stage after a dramatic victory over Croatia, which saw a late equalizer disallowed by VAR. The decision, based on Snickometer technology, ended Croatia's tournament run and marked a significant moment for veteran players Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric.
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The use of high-tech officiating in major sporting events continues to spark debate regarding the balance between technical accuracy and the flow of the game.
Figure caption, Late drama and VAR controversy as Croatia denied equaliser
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