Romelu Lukaku's late goal for Belgium against Slovakia at Euro 2024 on Monday was ruled out by VAR, who controversially penalised Lois Openda for a handball in the build-up
Gary Lineker launched a furious tirade against VAR after Belgium were controversially denied an equaliser against Slovakia at Euro 2024 .
Replays showed that the ball had brushed Openda’s hand in the build-up, prompting VAR to send referee Halil Meler to the pitchside monitor to watch it. Lukaku’s strike was subsequently ruled out for handball by Openda, prompting anger from Lineker on social media. The decision was explained by former FIFA referee Christina Unkel on ITV's coverage. “The ‘deliberate’ handball interpretation has recently changed,” she said. “This is going to be considered a deliberate offence as the arm is near the shoulder level because the arm is extended and the touch helps control the ball.”
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