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VAR 'on vacation' as Ghana denied clear penalty
24 Jun
Summary
- Ghana coach claims VAR was unavailable during key moments.
- Two major incidents favored England, denying Ghana potential penalties.
- Referee's decisions questioned, leading to post-match controversy.
During Ghana's goalless draw against England, coach Carlos Queiroz voiced strong objections to officiating decisions, particularly regarding VAR's perceived absence. He contended that two critical second-half incidents were mishandled, suggesting VAR officials were not actively monitoring the game.
Queiroz highlighted a collision involving England's goalkeeper Jordan Pickford and Ghanaian player Prince Adu, which he believed warranted a red card. Shortly after, a last-ditch tackle by Ezri Konsa on Adu, when Adu was through on goal, was also deemed a clear penalty by Queiroz and former England player Wayne Rooney.
The referee's handling of these events, and the overall high number of free kicks awarded, drew criticism for disrupting the game's flow. Queiroz ultimately apologized for his sarcastic remarks, attributing them to frustration with the officiating.
