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Alan Smith

MYSTERIOUS: Why marc cucurellas goal for spain against austria was disallowed | Mind Blowing Facts

  • Marc Cucurella saw his goal disallowed during Spain ’s World Cup last-32 clash with Austria .
  • The left-back scored from close range in the 29th minute after the ball fell to him from a Lamine Yamal corner, but the goal was instantly ruled out by Swedish referee Glenn Nyberg. A VAR check confirmed referee’s decision.
  • The goal was disallowed because of a foul on Austrian goalkeeper Alexander Schlager, who flapped at the ball while under pressure from Spain defender Pau Cubarsi.
  • BBC co-commentator Danny Murphy and referee analyst Darren Cann disagreed with the referee’s decision.
  • Cucurella provided an assist to help Spain break the deadlock shortly after, providing a low cross for Mikel Oyarzabal to finish.

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