FIFA defends VAR call that knocked Germany out of World Cup against Paraguay

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FIFA has backed the controversial VAR decision that ruled out Germany's extra-time goal in their World Cup match against Paraguay. Referees chief Pierluigi Collina said the ruling was consistent with updated guidelines that penalise attackers who obstruct opponents without touching the ball. The decision effectively ended Germany's World Cup campaign. German football legend Thomas Muller sharply criticised the call, labelling it 'daylight robbery' and voicing broader concerns about technology's growing influence on the sport.

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