Josko Gvardiol’s late equaliser for Croatia against Portugal is ruled out following a VAR check using Snicko technology, according to reports. Both outlets say the decision hinges on whether there is contact from the ball or a player that is only visible through the Snicko system, which detects very fine touches that are difficult to see with the naked eye. As a result, the goal is disallowed after officials determine that the decisive moment does not meet the criteria for the goal to stand.
Following the ruling, Croatia fans throw bottles onto the pitch amid the controversy surrounding the VAR process. The incidents are described in connection with frustration over the disallowed goal and the perceived reliance on highly sensitive technology for determining the fine detail of the play. The reports highlight both the technical aspect of the review and the crowd reaction, without attributing the outcome to any other factor beyond the Snicko findings.
