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Why was Kane's penalty retaken against Croatia?

BBC Sport·June 17, 2026
Why was Kane's penalty retaken against Croatia?

Harry Kane scored a penalty for England against Croatia, but the goal was only awarded after the video assistant referee intervened. The referee initially allowed play to continue after Kane's first penalty attempt was saved, but the VAR deemed that the goalkeeper had moved off his line before the kick was taken. As a result, the penalty was retaken, and Kane was able to score and give England the lead. The decision was made in accordance with new rules regarding goalkeeper movement during penalty kicks.

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