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Controversial Offside Call Overturns Leweling's Debut Goal Against Netherlands

Ex-FIFA referee Urs Meier criticizes the decision, questioning the VAR's understanding of the game.

  • Jamie Leweling's goal in the second minute of his debut for Germany was disallowed due to a contentious offside ruling.
  • Referee Slavko Vincic annulled the goal after determining the ball was not under control by the Dutch player, despite video evidence suggesting otherwise.
  • Ex-FIFA referee Urs Meier expressed disbelief at the decision, arguing it was clearly a controlled play.
  • German coach Julian Nagelsmann criticized the ruling, highlighting the Dutch player's apparent control before losing the ball.
  • Meier also questioned the VAR's judgment, suggesting they missed the controlled play by the Dutch player during the review.
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