Has VAR become a lottery at the World Cup?
After a week of strange decisions many supporters have been left scratching their heads with VAR.
Coverage by Political Leaning
See how different sides of the spectrum reported this story
Notable Quotes
""VAR went for a coffee" after his side were not given a penalty against England."
— Carlo Queiroz , Executive
""I think Scotland are a little fortunate to be honest.""
— Darren Cann , Athlete
""Every single player watching this World Cup right now would have seen this incident and said immediately, that's endangering an opponent, that's a high boot, that's a foul.""
— Joe Hart , Athlete
""I'm shocked that it wasn't reviewed and it wasn't disallowed.""
— Ellen White , Athlete
Key People
Carlo Queiroz is the manager of the Ghanaian national football team, the Black Stars.
Darren Cann is a former Premier League assistant referee known for officiating at the 2014 World Cup final.
Ellen White is a former professional footballer and a Euro 2022 winner with England.
Joe Hart is a former England national football team goalkeeper.
Locations
All Coverage
After a week of strange decisions many supporters have been left scratching their heads with VAR.
Similar Stories
Related coverage based on topic and tags
Carrick has faith in VAR despite derby error
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick still has faith in VAR despite the derby blunder that cost his side in their home defeat by Manchester City
September 19, 2026 at 09:30 PMFA Cup tie to be replayed after ref's error - will it set a precedent?
Mulbarton Wanderers are "deeply upset" after being told they must replay their FA Cup qualifying tie with Woodford Town because of a referee's error.
September 25, 2026 at 12:31 PMWhat have we learned from the Premier League so far?
BBC Sport takes a look at the opening weeks of the Premier League season as a long international break arrives.
September 20, 2026 at 07:08 PMTuchel rues 'big mistakes' - did Man City charges have impact?
England's loss to Spain was decided by uncharacteristic mistakes, with two Man City players making errors - so did club news affect performances for country?
September 26, 2026 at 10:47 PMWhat have we learned from the Championship so far?
As we enter the three-week international break, BBC Sport looks back at the opening block of Championship fixtures to see what we have learned so far.
September 23, 2026 at 10:17 AMWill the three-week break put more pressure on managers?
So far this season three coaches have lost their jobs, but plenty of others will be looking over their shoulders heading into the new, extended international break.
September 20, 2026 at 07:25 AM