Harry Kane to retake penalty after VAR intervention against Croatia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 8:25 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
During the World Cup opener against Croatia on June 17, Harry Kane saw his initial penalty saved by Dominik Livakovic. However, VAR intervened to signal a retake due to Josko Gvardiol encroaching before the kick and Livakovic being slightly off his line. Kane successfully converted the second attempt, striking confidently. England was awarded the penalty after Luka Modric fouled Noni Madueke in the box. This match marks a crucial moment for Kane, reflecting on a previous penalty miss in the last World Cup.
- •England awarded a penalty for a foul by Luka Modric
- •Kane's first penalty saved by Croatia's Livakovic
- •VAR ordered a retake due to encroachment and goalkeeper position
- •Kane successfully converts the retaken penalty
- •Match is currently ongoing
- 8:25 PMYahoo Sports — Why Harry Kane’s missed penalty was overturned by VAR in England v Croatia
"England were awarded a penalty after Luka Modric brought down Noni Madueke in the penalty area
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