France were denied a penalty during their FIFA World Cup 2026 match against Senegal after Kylian Mbappe went down following a challenge from Sadio Mane. The referee consulted VAR but upheld the on-field decision, ruling that Mbappe had initiated contact. France coach Didier Deschamps reacted angrily to the call during the controversial incident in New York.
France were denied a penalty after Kylian Mbappe was tackled from behind by Sadio Mane during their FIFA World Cup 2026 clash in New York.
Mbappe went down following the challenge, and the referee sought Video Assistant Referee (VAR) assistance but stood by his decision, determining that it was Mbappe who had "initiated contact".
France head coach Didier Deschamps was livid after the decision in what was a controversial moment in the match.
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