For the tournament, we are taking a look at the major incidents to examine and explain the process in terms of both VAR protocol and the laws of the game.

Qatar forward Akram Afif says his side are capable of making more history at the 2026 World Cup after claiming their first ever point in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Switzerland. Qatar fell behind to Breel Embolo's 17th-minute penalty and were heavily indebted to goalkeeper Mahmud Abunada for keeping them in the game.

In 15th minute, Abunada’s head struck against Remo Freuler’s thigh after he charged a loose header, which was preyed upon by Swiss midfielder. He was left momentarily unresponsive.

QATAR lost all three of its matches as a World Cup host four years ago and appeared to be headed toward another in its 2026 opener against Switzerland and Boualem Khoukhi changed his country's course at the last possible moment,

Fifa clarified that VAR checks were completed normally and the final decision was not impacted, but the incident has raised fresh questions about the technology

Day 3 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup delivered late drama as Qatar secured a historic 1-1 draw against Switzerland with a stoppage-time equalizer. Brazil also salvaged a 1-1 draw against Morocco thanks to a Vinicius Jr.