Boniek blasts referee over Embolo's VAR-triggered second yellow vs Argentina

Breel Embolo was shown a second yellow card for simulation during the World Cup quarter-final between Switzerland and Argentina, following a VAR review — a call that sparked widespread debate. Former Polish FA president Zbigniew Boniek criticised the referee's behaviour on the "Prawda Futbolu" channel, arguing that most officials would have reacted differently. Boniek suggested that referees applauding such VAR decisions are an embarrassment to the sport.

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