Fans were outraged when VAR awarded Romania a controversial penalty against Slovakia in their crucial Euro 2024 Group E match. Razvan Marin’s spot-kick equalized the score before halftime, leaving viewers feeling Slovakia was unjustly penalized.
The incident occurred when Ianis Hagi was brought down by David Hancko on the edge of the box, followed by a second collision inside the area. Referee Daniel Siebert initially gave a free-kick, but VAR intervened, awarding a penalty without referring Siebert to the monitor. One fan on X posted, “That Romania penalty is ridiculous lol.” Another commented on the minimal contact outside the box, questioning VAR’s decision and the lack of a monitor review.
The official explanation cited VAR’s role in making objective decisions about the location of the foul. However, controversy remained as the initial foul appeared outside the area. The penalty could significantly impact the race for the last 16, with all Group E teams starting the day with three points.
Romania and Slovakia advanced to the knockout phase, with Romania winning the group and Slovakia securing a spot as one of the best third-placed teams. Belgium finished second after a 0-0 draw with Ukraine, who were eliminated.
Did VAR make the right call by awarding this as a penalty? 🤔#BBCEuros #Euro2024 #SVKROU pic.twitter.com/CWnn5ZDjoM
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Romania performance and stats
Romania
It will be Romania ended the league in the position with points.
It has a even goal difference after scoring goals and conceding .
Slovakia performance and stats
It will be Slovakia ended the league in the position with points.
It has a even goal difference after scoring goals and conceding .
