The Balogun play was a simple play and it’s ended in a gross misuse of VAR, making a mockery of the system and FIFA.

FIFA explained Tuesday the tighter regulations that resulted in Germany having a potentially game-winning goal disallowed in ...

Germany goal disallowed by VAR after controversial foul on Paraguay goalkeeper in extra time. 3 DAYS AGO・FIFA Men's World Cup ...

The U.S. Men's National Team cannot appeal Folarin Balogun's red card or subsequent suspension from the Round of 16 game ...

New FIFA directive: Referees at the 2026 World Cup will clamp down on grappling and fouls at corners and free‑kicks to curb chaotic penalty‑area scenes. Premier League trigger: The policy follows high ...

The new measures will allow VAR to step in if a clear foul committed by the attacking team before the ball is in play leads to a goal or penalty.

USA fans were stunned that Folarin Balogun was shown a red card after a replay vs. Bosnia in the World Cup.

Messi avoided a card for the foul, which came in between his first and second goals vs. Algeria. Tom Weller / picture alliance via Getty Images The Algerian Football Federation (FAF) has filed a ...

FIFA's new directive: Referees are ordered to clamp down on grappling and fouls during corners and set-pieces at the 2026 World Cup. Premier League flashpoint: A disallowed West Ham goal against ...