Julian Alvarez faced a whirlwind of emotions during a penalty shootout against Real Madrid when his initial successful penalty was nullified due to a double touch. As his shot hit the net, confusion ensued at the Metropolitano Stadium when VAR reviewed the goal, ultimately ruling it out under Law 14. Alvarez inadvertently touched the ball twice, resulting in not only his dismay but also a continuation of the shootout against Real Madrid, emphasizing the impact of VAR technology in modern football officiating.
Alvarez's penalty initially seemed successful, but a double touch was identified by VAR, leading to a rollercoaster of emotions before Real Madrid's eventual victory.
The ruling against Alvarez was clear-cut: under Law 14, if a kicker touches the ball again before it hits another player, an indirect free kick is awarded.
Despite not having a chip for offside detection in the Champions League ball, VAR was pivotal in clarifying Alvarez's double touch during the shootout.
The entire Metropolitano experienced confusion as Alvarez's apparent goal was nullified by VAR, showcasing the intense scrutiny that modern officiating brings to football.
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