Nico Williams' extra-time goal disallowed in World Cup final against Argentina
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 9:46 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
Nico Williams scored an apparent go-ahead goal for Spain in extra time during the World Cup final against Argentina, but it was ruled out by referee Slavko Vincic. The decision came after a foul was called on Mikel Merino, who was deemed to have fouled Argentine defender Nicolas Otamendi. Williams had celebrated his goal, but it was overturned before a VAR review could take place, as Vincic made his call prior to the ball entering the net. Spain's sideline protested the decision amidst the ongoing match.
- •Nico Williams' goal was scored in the 96th minute of extra time.
- •Referee Slavko Vincic ruled a foul on Mikel Merino before the goal.
- •Vincic was not advised to use VAR before making the call.
- •Spain protested the decision during the ongoing match against Argentina.
- 9:46 PMYahoo Sports — Why Spain's Nico Williams' extra-time goal was called back vs. Argentina in World Cup final
"Here's what you need to know about referee Slavko Vincic's decision to call back Nico Williams' apparent go-ahead goal
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