WORLD CUP INSANITY: 125th min history as VAR controversy ices bizarre, wild escape act
Belgium defeated Senegal 3-2 in a dramatic World Cup match, with Youri Tielemans scoring a penalty in the 125th minute. The match was marked by controversy surrounding a late VAR decision that proved decisive in the outcome.
Why it matters
The match highlights the high-stakes nature of the World Cup and the ongoing debate regarding the influence of VAR technology on match results.
FOOTBALL WORLD-CUP WORLD CUP INSANITY: 125th min history as VAR controversy ices bizarre, wild escape act Senegal cop BRUTAL VAR pen in 120th min | 00:34 Fox Sports with AFP from Afp July 2nd, 2026 10:09 am Youri Tielemans scored the latest winner in World Cup history as Belgium mounted an incredible comeback from two goals down to beat Senegal 3-2 and qualify for the last 16 of the World Cup on Wednesday.
The report focuses on match events and quotes, though it uses dramatic sports-journalism language.
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