Jude Bellingham's goal for England against Norway has ignited a debate about fairness after suspicions arose that the ball hit a camera cable before the assist.
During stoppage time, Norway goalkeeper Ørjan Håskjold Nyland took a goal-kick. The ball appeared to change trajectory, leading to claims it struck an overhead cable.
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Elliot Anderson collected the ball and set up Bellingham, who scored to level the match. Norway's players and staff immediately protested.
Nyland argued with referee Clément Turpin, while manager Ståle Solbakken said many on the bench reacted instantly. Midfielder Sander Berge called the incident "ridiculous."
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FIFA and Technology Weigh In
FIFA stated that its technology showed no evidence of the ball hitting the cable, deeming the goal valid.
Thomas Tuchel noted the ball's embedded chip should have detected any contact.
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Despite the controversy, the goal stood. Bellingham later scored again in extra time, ending Norway's World Cup hopes.
