Koeman Slams VAR for 'Breaking Football' After Defeat to England
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Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman has sharply criticized the use of Video Assistant Referees (VAR) following a controversial penalty decision that led to his team’s 2-1 defeat to England in the Euro 2024 semi-finals.
The Netherlands initially took the lead with a powerful strike from Xavi Simons. However, the match turned when England's Harry Kane was awarded a penalty after a VAR review, despite initially shooting over the bar and being caught on the follow-through by Denzel Dumfries. The decision, made after referee Felix Zwayer consulted the pitchside monitor, was highly contentious.
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Koeman voiced his frustration, claiming, "In my opinion, it should not have been a penalty. He kicked the ball and the boots touched. I think that we cannot play proper football because of VAR. It really breaks football."
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The penalty allowed Kane to equalize, and Ollie Watkins' 90th-minute goal secured England's place in the final against Spain. Dutch captain Virgil van Dijk also felt the penalty was a pivotal moment, noting that it boosted England's confidence.
Former England defender Gary Neville and ex-striker Alan Shearer both criticized the decision, agreeing that it was not a clear penalty.
Despite the defeat, Koeman expressed some support for England, suggesting they have a real chance against Spain in the final. "England are in the final and have the possibility to win it. Spain are playing on a high level but England can stop them. Why not?" Koeman remarked.
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