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Why Harry Kane’s missed penalty was overturned by VAR in England v Croatia (opens original article in a new tab)

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VAR overturned Harry Kane's missed penalty in England's World Cup game against Croatia after a defender encroached, leading to a retake where Kane scored.

  • VAR overturned Harry Kane's missed penalty in England vs Croatia due to Croatia's defender encroaching before the kick.
  • Replays showed Josko Gvardiol touched the ball after the save, leading to a retake.
  • Kane scored the second penalty after the retake, following a review of the incident.

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