VAR overturns send off and award penalties in England 3-2 win over Mexico

Video assistant referee reviewed three incidents during England's 3-2 win over Mexico. The reviews resulted in one red card and two penalty decisions.

Red card review At the 54-minute mark, the VAR sent the referee to the pitch-side monitor after an England defender challenged a Mexico player. Officials determined the challenge met criteria for serious foul play based on speed and point of contact. The referee issued a red card following the review. The decision aligned with VAR protocol for dangerous tackles.

Penalty decisions At the 58-minute mark, the referee awarded England a penalty after a Mexico goalkeeper challenged an England forward in the penalty area. The VAR reviewed the incident and confirmed the on-field decision. At the 68-minute mark, the VAR recommended a review of contact between England's captain and a Mexico player in the England penalty area.

Officials awarded Mexico a penalty after determining the England player did not play the ball first.