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.