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'VAR was right' - Reactions to handball as Tunisia rescue point for Africa against Denmark
The Carthage Eagles of Tunisia recorded a 0-0 draw against Denmark in a group D FIFA World Cup fixture played on Tuesday, November 22, 2022.
Tunisia and Denmark produced the first game without goals at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
The North African side opted for a cautious approach against the Europeans in the first half.
The second half was more of teh same as Tunisia showed little ambition going forward while Denmark faled to make the required defense spliting pass to the attackers.
Tunsia would hold on to secure a draw and give Africa it's first points at the World Cup after continental champions the Teranga Lions of Senegal suffered a 2-0 loss to the Oranje of Senegal a day before.
Reactions to handball as Runisia get point against Denmark
The highlight of the game came inadditional time as there was a handball incident by Tunisian defender Yassine Meriah.
The official from Mexico César Ramos consulted with Video Assitant Referee (VAR) but judged that the ball hit his body before his arm.
There were mixed reactions at the Education City Stadium in Al Rayyan as the game ended in a draw.
After the game, fans took to social media yto hail the referee for not giving in to pressure from the Denmark fans about the handball claims.
Tunisia also recieved praise for an impressive representation of the continent on the world stage,
See reactions to handball below
Tunisia now aim to get maximum points against Austrailia in their next group game as Denmark battle reigning World Champions France on Saturday, Novembet 26, 2022.
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