New Rangers manager Derek McInnes received a four-match ban, with one suspended, from the Scottish FA for calling a Celtic penalty decision 'disgusting' last season. The ban means he will miss the start of Rangers' league season, including games against Dundee United, Hibernian, and St Mirren.
England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico saw them reduced to 10 men after Jarell Quansah's red card and a controversial penalty awarded against them. Despite leading 2-0, England conceded twice and had a player sent off.
Senegal was eliminated from the 2026 World Cup round of 32 after a controversial penalty was awarded to Belgium in the final moments of extra time, leading to a 3-2 loss. The decision, made after a VAR review, sparked widespread outrage and claims of 'robbery' and 'rigging' among fans and journalists.
England drew 0-0 with Ghana in a match marked by a controversial non-penalty call. Defender Ezri Konsa's tackle on Prince Abu was not flagged by the referee or VAR, despite analysis suggesting it was a clear foul.
Brazil narrowly avoided defeat in their World Cup opener against Morocco, securing a late equalizer at MetLife Stadium. Vinicius Jnr scored a crucial goal to preserve Brazil's unbeaten opening match record dating back to 1934.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed fury after a controversial VAR decision denied his side a second penalty in their 1-1 Champions League semifinal draw at Atlético Madrid. Viktor Gyökeres' first-half penalty was cancelled out by Julián Álvarez after the break, but Arsenal were left incensed when referee Danny Makkelie overturned his initial penalty award for a challenge on substitute Eberechi Eze following VAR review. Arteta called the decision 'against the rules' and said it 'changed the course' of the tie, while Atlético boss Diego Simeone commented on VAR's inconsistent application.
