Josko Gvardiol's late goal disallowed as Croatia faces Portugal
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 1:38 AM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
In a World Cup knockout match in Toronto on July 3, Josko Gvardiol's stoppage-time goal for Croatia was disallowed following a VAR review, preventing the team from equalizing against Portugal. The match is ongoing, and the outcome remains undecided as both teams compete for a place in the next round. This incident highlights the significant influence of VAR technology in critical moments of major tournaments.
- •Josko Gvardiol scores a stoppage-time goal for Croatia.
- •The goal is ruled out for offside after VAR review.
- •The match is part of the World Cup knockout stage.
- •The game takes place in Toronto.
- 1:38 AMBBC Sport — Late VAR drama as Croatia denied equaliser
"Josko Gvardiol's stoppage-time goal is ruled out for offside after a VAR review, denying Croatia an equaliser against Portugal in their World Cup knockout match in Toronto.
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