Sweden's goal against Tunisia confirmed by Snickometer technology
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 9:14 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Mattias Svanberg scored for Sweden just 18 seconds after substituting, allowing his team to lead Tunisia during their World Cup match on June 15, 2026. Initially judged offside, the goal was later awarded following a VAR review that determined Alexander Isak had lightly touched the ball, putting Svanberg onside. The use of waveform technology, similar to cricket's Snickometer, played a key role in this decision, confirming the touch that was not visible to the naked eye. Sweden aims to build on this momentum as the tournament progresses.
- •Mattias Svanberg scored Sweden's fourth goal against Tunisia.
- •VAR confirmed the goal after checking Alexander Isak's touch.
- •The incident highlights the use of advanced technology in football.
- •Sweden leads Tunisia 5-1 in the ongoing World Cup match.
- •Similar technology was used in previous major tournaments.
- 9:14 AMYahoo Sports — What is 'Snicko' and how does it work?
- 9:14 AMBBC Football — What is 'Snicko' and how does it work at the World Cup?
"BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains what football's version of the Snickometer is and how it works after Mattias Svanberg's goal for Sweden against Tunisia at the World Cup.
"BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains what football's version of the Snickometer is and how it works after Mattias Svanberg's goal for Sweden against Tunisia at the World Cup
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 15, 2026, 9:14 AMWhat is 'Snicko' and how does it work?
BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains what football's version of the Snickometer is and how it works after Mattias Svanberg's goal for Sweden against Tunisia at the World Cup
- BBC FootballJun 15, 2026, 9:14 AMWhat is 'Snicko' and how does it work at the World Cup?
BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains what football's version of the Snickometer is and how it works after Mattias Svanberg's goal for Sweden against Tunisia at the World Cup.
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