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FIFA replies to IFAB on World Cup refs
FIFA responded to the controversy over the referee's decision to send off Embolo at the 2026 World Cup, confirming that the use of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology in that situation was in accordance with the officially approved legal interpretation throughout the tournament. The International Federation clarified that the VAR protocol is limited to correcting the identity of the fouled player, not re-evaluating the foul itself. It also noted that similar cases during the tournament were few, and involved correcting a player's card decision due to claims of simulation and falling. FIFA affirmed that the application of the law was conducted under strict standards, and that amendments to the protocol will continue in future review sessions.
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