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Rare offside call denies Uruguay a World Cup win
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First reported by Walla · Jun 22, 2026
What happened
Uruguay drew 2-2 with Cape Verde in the 2026 World Cup after a late winner was ruled out by VAR for an unusual offside. The decision left Uruguay with two points from two games and a tough final group match against Spain.
- 01Uruguay drew 2-2 with Cape Verde in the 2026 World Cup group stage.
- 02A late Uruguay goal was disallowed after a lengthy VAR review.
- 03Maxi Araujo was judged offside because he had stepped off the field.
- 04Uruguay now has two points and must face Spain next.
- 05The ruling shocked fans but was correct under the laws of the game.
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Now 14Right · HebrewJun 22, 2026
Cape Verde Stuns Again as Belgium and Uruguay Slip in World Cup Action
WallaCenter · HebrewJun 22, 2026
Cape Verde and Helio Varela win global praise after stunning Uruguay draw
YnetCenter · HebrewJun 22, 2026
Cape Verde Stuns Uruguay as Egypt Makes World Cup History and Belgium Stumbles
YnetCenter · HebrewJun 22, 2026
Cape Verde Stuns Uruguay in Miami as a Former Maccabi Tel Aviv Player Saves the Day
MakoCenter · HebrewJun 22, 2026
Cape Verde's late equalizer gives Maccabi Tel Aviv's Helio Varela a World Cup first
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