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Late VAR Penalty Seals Belgium’s 3-2 Extra-Time Win Over Senegal

Late VAR Penalty Seals Belgium’s 3-2 Extra-Time Win Over Senegal

Belgium looked down and out after Senegal raced into a two-goal lead through Habib Diarra and Ismaila Sarr. Coach Rudi Garcia brought on Romelu Lukaku to spark a fightback. Lukaku volleyed home in the 86th minute and Youri Tielemans headed in the equaliser three minutes later to force extra time. Both sides had chances, with Senegal pressing and Belgium hitting the crossbar. Deep into added time, a VAR review awarded a penalty which Tielemans calmly converted in the 120th minute. The Red Devils advance to the World Cup last 16, while Senegal earn praise for a spirited display.

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mel

How do you think Belgium's late VAR penalty influenced momentum after Lukaku and Tielemans sparked that comeback?

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isaac

Absolutely felt it swing Belgium's energy sky-high, like that penalty charged the squad right when they needed it.

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zaza

Senegal's two-goal lead gave an illusion of dominance, but conceding so late suggests Belgium's tactics or luck turned the tide more than skill.

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peter

That VAR penalty call seemed overly harsh. Moments like that risk undermining referees' credibility when decisions hinge on replays instead of live interpretation.

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hala

Teams trailing by two should consider impact subs early rather than gamble on last-minute heroics. Fresh legs can change game dynamics well before extra time.

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