'World Cup's most controversial VAR call': Croatia says FIFA still won't answer audio request
Croatia says FIFA has not responded to its formal request for the VAR audio behind Joško Gvardiol's disallowed extra-time goal against Portugal at the 2026 World Cup. While FIFA defended the offside decision using Connected Ball Technology, Croatian officials argue greater transparency is needed. Technical director Stipe Pletikosa also criticised FIFA's broader tournament management and refereeing standards.
