The goal was disallowed for a foul on the goalkeeper : VAR said the German attacker illegally pushed, held, or charged Paraguay’s keeper Orlando Gill, which impeded his ability to make the save.

In practical terms, it was not just normal contact. The review judged the contact to be a careless or reckless foul on the keeper, so the referee overturned the goal.

What mattered

  • The key issue was interference with the goalkeeper during the play.
  • The contact was judged enough to stop Gill from making a fair attempt at the save.
  • That is why the goal did not stand.

Match context

Germany’s late winner was ruled out in a World Cup knockout match that ended 1-1 before Paraguay won on penalties.