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Not VAR: Why referee overturned France's free-kick against Spain in World Cup semi-final
Spain's 2-0 World Cup semi-final win over France sparked confusion after referee Ivan Barton overturned a free-kick initially awarded to France. Many believed VAR had intervened, but the decision was actually changed following advice from the assistant referee, who had a clearer view of the incident. The rare correction, made before play restarted, complied fully with the Laws of the Game.
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