World Cup semi-final: French midfielder escapes card for brutal foul on Spain player

During the 2026 World Cup semi-final between France and Spain, a French midfielder committed a brutal foul that many felt warranted a red card, yet the referee showed no card at all — not even a yellow. The decision has sparked significant controversy and is being called one of the most glaring officiating errors of the tournament. The incident has reignited debate about VAR's role in protecting players.

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⚽ Sport German ex-referee criticises Polish official's performance in France 0–2 Spain semifinal Interia Sport · 9d ago ⚽ Sport Polish referee Tomasz Kwiatkowski to serve as VAR at France vs Spain World Cup semi-final Polsat Sport · 11d ago ⚽ Sport Polish pundit slams referee Vinicicć's performance in the 2026 World Cup final WP SportoweFakty · 4d ago

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⚽ Sport German ex-referee criticises Polish official's performance in France 0–2 Spain semifinal Interia Sport · 9d ago ⚽ Sport Polish referee Tomasz Kwiatkowski to serve as VAR at France vs Spain World Cup semi-final Polsat Sport · 11d ago ⚽ Sport Polish pundit slams referee Vinicicć's performance in the 2026 World Cup final WP SportoweFakty · 4d ago