The Problem With VAR at the 2026 World Cup Isn’t the Technology—It’s Who Interprets It
The Egyptian Football Association has filed a formal protest with FIFA regarding refereeing decisions during their match against Argentina in the 2026 World Cup. Critics are questioning whether VAR technology is being used inconsistently or if it is being manipulated to favor specific teams.
Egypt was eliminated from the tournament with a 3-2 loss to Argentina, after having held a two-goal lead. The Egyptian Football Association argued that “the failure to properly use VAR” had influenced several refereeing decisions that affected the final score. Consequently, it filed a formal protest with FIFA to demand an investigation into the alleged inconsistencies.
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