The VAR call that dumbfounded the world's best refs (opens original article in a new tab)

A controversial VAR decision during a France vs. Senegal match left top referees and pundits confused, as a penalty was not awarded despite a challenge by Sadio Mane on Kylian Mbappe.

• France forward Kylian Mbappe went down in the box after a challenge by Sadio Mane during a match against Senegal.
• Referee Alireza Faghani initially signaled for a penalty but later corrected to a goal-kick, stating Mbappe initiated contact.
• Several top referees and pundits criticized the decision as incorrect and nonsensical.