The FIFA World Cup has been marred by controversial Video Assistant Referee (VAR) decisions, raising questions about the technology's effectiveness in eliminating disputed calls.

• Controversial VAR calls overshadowed the quarter-finals of the FIFA men’s World Cup.
• The technology, designed to reduce errors, is often inconsistent due to the subjective nature of applying football rules and the discretion of on-field referees.
• FIFA maintains the system is being implemented, despite criticism regarding transparency and the potential for increased scrutiny on minute details.