VAR denies Vinicius Junior second Brazil goal in match against Scotland
Brazil forward Vinicius Junior has had a second goal disallowed by the Video Assistant Referee during an international fixture against Scotland due to a foul in the build-up.
The Real Madrid attacker believed he had extended the South American side’s advantage after successfully finding the back of the net.
However, celebrations were swiftly curtailed when the on-field official was instructed to consult the pitchside monitor.
Replays clearly highlighted an infringement during the attacking phase just before the finish was executed.
Technology provides a crucial Scottish reprieve
The referee subsequently overturned the initial decision following a thorough video review.
This critical intervention kept the deficit manageable and offered the Tartan Army a vital lifeline in the contest.
Video technology continues to heavily influence modern international fixtures, with this latest overrule proving pivotal to the match dynamics.
Despite the undeniable frustration of seeing his effort chalked off, the lightning-fast winger remained a persistent offensive threat for the remainder of the tie.
