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FIFA Explains Controversial Disallowed Goal in Croatia vs. Portugal World Cup Match

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First reported by N12 · 2 hours ago

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FIFA explained that Croatia's disallowed equalizing goal against Portugal in the 103rd minute was due to an illegal touch detected by sensors in the official World Cup ball. Portugal won the match 2-1, but the decision has sparked debate over technology's role in football.

01Croatia's 103rd-minute equalizer against Portugal was disallowed after VAR review.
02FIFA used sensor data from the official World Cup ball 'Trionda' to detect an illegal touch.
03Croatian player Igor Matanovic was identified as making the illegal contact.
04The ball's embedded sensors provide real-time data to VAR referees for accurate decisions.
05FIFA states the technology reduces errors and increases transparency in critical calls.
06The disallowed goal has ignited debate about technology's effect on football's spirit.

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