FIFA: 'Technical outage' led to VAR controversy (opens original article in a new tab)

FIFA attributed a VAR controversy in a World Cup match to a technical outage, citing onside calls without visual confirmation, while critics questioned transparency.

• FIFA cited a 'technical outage' for the VAR controversy during Qatar vs. Switzerland match
• The penalty awarded to Switzerland was based on onside calls without 3D graphics or clear replays
• FIFA's statement claimed VAR workflow was unaffected and players were onside in the buildup