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As one of the European powers at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Portugal barely survived a thrilling battle with 2018 finalists Croatia, winning 2-1 on a late Goncalo Ramos winner.
However, the result was very nearly in question as Josko Gvardiol appeared to score a dramatic equalizer for Croatia with essentially the last kick of the game.
Yet the referee went to the monitor and ruled the goal out, leaving Portugal to win the game by a 2-1 score.
Why was Croatia stoppage-time goal ruled out vs. Portugal?
In the 12th minute of stoppage time, Josko Gvardiol appeared to score a dramatic equalizing goal for Croatia as they fought to level the score against Portugal.
However, the referee went to the monitor to review the chance, and ruled that the chance was offside.
The officials judged, using advanced technology, that Igor Matanovic had indeed barely touched the ball with his head, thus leaving Gvardiol in an offside position.
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