VAR Upholds Controversial Goal in Hapoel Tiberias vs. Maccabi Haifa Match
A controversial goal scored by Hapoel Tiberias against Maccabi Haifa, which leveled the score at 1-1, has sparked debate. Maccabi Haifa players protested, claiming the ball struck the hand of Hapoel Tiberias player Ari Cohen en route to the goal. Despite the appeals, the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) reviewed the play and ultimately confirmed the goal, scored by Ganam.
The incident occurred during a league match on Saturday evening, with the final score remaining 1-1. The decision by the VAR to allow the goal has led to accusations that Maccabi Haifa was wronged.
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