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Tony Popovic criticizes referee after Australia loss to USA
Filed: Jun 19, 2026 at 9:03 PM ET
Summary: Australia coach Tony Popovic criticized the referee after a 2-0 World Cup loss to the U.S., citing a VAR-reviewed goal.
WHO: Tony Popovic
WHAT: Criticized the referee after Australia lost 2-0 to the U.S. in the World Cup, citing a controversial VAR-reviewed goal.
WHEN: Jun 19, 2026 at 7:06 PM ET
WHERE: Seattle, USA
WHY: He was reacting to a controversial VAR-reviewed goal in the match that contributed to the 2-0 loss.
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