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Kvaratskhelia and Madjo show that beautiful game can wash away Infantino’s stain

Uefa showed off some its crown jewels through European champions PSG but the turmoil engulfing Fifa is still the main topic on the menu

The Guardian - UK

Derek McInnes to begin season with four-game ban for ‘disgusting’ penalty comments

McInnes, who has since joined Rangers, has been banned for his comments on Celtic’s controversial penalty at Motherwell, which proved crucial in the title race

The Independent UK

Rangers manager Derek McInnes addresses Scottish FA four-match ban

Derek McInnes has responded after being issued a four-match ban from the Scottish FA.

The National (Scotland)

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Rangers issue strongly-worded statement as club to appeal Derek McInnes ban

Rangers have announced they will appeal the four-match ban issued to manager Derek McInnes by the Scottish FA.

The National (Scotland)

VAR ‘fixes’, AI slop and perpetual outrage: the World Cup in the age of conspiracy

With cries of malfeasance and injustice over refereeing decisions, Fifa actions and even Argentina’s run, the tournament is a mirror of a theory-pilled society

The Guardian - US

World Cup VAR controversies show why human referees should decide where potential fouls begin

Two contested decisions at the 2026 World Cup have reignited debate over how video assistant referee (VAR) reviews should work, and how far back a referee should look when deciding what counts as part of the same passage of play.

The Conversation

Motherwell to 'liaise' with legal team after SFA hand out VAR punishment

Motherwell have been fined £5,000 by the SFA for criticising a VAR decision, with the club not yet ruling out taking legal action.

The National (Scotland)

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Watt ban sets ominous precedent with McInnes and Old Firm cup game next in dock

The inside story as Motherwell's Elliot Watt is handed hefty ban for criticising decision, what it means for Derek McInnes and the imminent…

The National (Scotland)

Mission creep: FIFA's embrace of technology backfires in controversy-riven World Cup

Technology's integration into World Cup refereeing has ignited significant controversy and debate. VAR interventions have led to numerous disputes and accusations of unfairness. Coaches and players express frustration over inconsistent application and perceived over-reach. FIFA officials defend the technology's role in correcting clear errors. Fans voice their displeasure through boos,…

The Economic Times

The 11 Most Controversial Refereeing Decisions at the 2026 World Cup—Ranked

VAR and refereeing inconsistency have taken center stage this summer.

Sports Illustrated

Refereeing at this World Cup has been fine, we don’t need input of Tuchel and Trump

Give or take the odd error, officials have got it right on most occasions, while VAR has helped them when they haven’t

The Guardian - UK

Could Jarell Quansah's red card be suspended after shock Folarin Balogun decision?

England given fresh hope ahead of World Cup quarter-final clash after FIFA controversy

Evening Standard

Trump intervention sparks World Cup storm as Fifa clears Balogun to face Belgium

WASHINGTON/SEATTLE - The United States’ World Cup campaign took an extraordinary turn on Sunday when Fifa made the unprecedented decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s automatic red-card ‌ban, clearing the striker to face Belgium in Monday's last-16 clash after US President Donald Trump personally urged Fifa President Gianni Infantino to review…

Bangkok Post

Thomas Tuchel slams Mexico vs England referee after Harry Kane penalty controversy

Three Lions captain conceded a penalty immediately after converting from 12-yards himself

Evening Standard

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Evening Standard

What is 'Snicko'? World Cup VAR drama explained after Portugal vs Croatia chaos

Cricket-style technology used to rule out Josko Gvardiol’s last-gasp equaliser in dramatic last-32 thriller

The Guardian - UK

Martínez says there was no ‘lucky call’ after record four goals ruled out in Portugal win

Roberto Martínez commended the numerous VAR interventions that helped Portugal past Croatia after his team narrowly edged an incident-packed match to progress to the last 16 of the World Cup

The Independent UK

‘Typical Fifa’: Why lack of World Cup appeal process for Folarin Balogun’s red card is completely inadequate

The United States are unable to challenge what looked a harsh red card for their striker under Fifa’s World Cup rules

France 24

Co-hosts USA beat Bosnia-Herzegovina to reach World Cup last 16

Folarin Balogun scored before being sent off as the United States defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 on Wednesday to reach the World Cup last 16. Balogun struck just before halftime but was later dismissed following a nasty clash with Bosnia's Tarik Muharemovic. Malik Tillman sealed a US victory with a…

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The Independent UK

One rule for Messi, another for Balogun? USA striker sees red in World Cup after controversial VAR call

The USA’s star player at this World Cup, who scored his team’s opener against Bosnia, was sent-off in the second-half

FourFourTwo

Henry Winter's England dispatch from Atlanta 'Harry Kane’s response to England’s journey towards ignominy showcased all the strengths to his game'

England's captain produced arguably his greatest spell in an England shirt to rescue his country and then drag them over the line vs DR Congo

The Independent UK

Iran’s knockout status hangs by a thread after most dramatic – and agonising – World Cup moment so far

Egypt 1-1 Iran: Iran defender Shojae Khalilzadeh’s stoppage-time winner was disallowed by VAR, denying the war-torn nation a guaranteed spot in the knockout stages. Egypt are through; Iran must now wait

The Independent UK

Why Vinicius Jr’s goal for Brazil against Scotland was controversially disallowed by VAR

Pundits were split over whether the VAR decision to rule out Vini Jr’s second effort, after a supposed foul on Jack Hendry, was correct

The National (Scotland)

Ex-ref claims Scotland 'fortunate' over Brazil goal VAR call as pundit left stunned

Evening Standard

'VAR went for a coffee!' England 'extremely lucky' as Ghana denied 'clear' penalty in World Cup stalemate

Carlos Queiroz left bemused after Ezri Konsa’s risky challenge on Prince Kwabena Adu goes unpunished

The Independent UK

Why USA’s second goal against Australia was allowed to stand after VAR review

Co-hosts USA faced Australia in their second World Cup match in Seattle on Friday. USA went in front in the 11th minute through a Cameron Burgess own goal and Alex Freeman put the ball in the net again shortly before halftime as he headed the ball home from close range…

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