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World Cup 2018 Day 4: VAR questioned, Messi committed, Germany and Neymar fitness updates

The 2018 World Cup’s longest day took place on Saturday, with four games played in Russia for fans to enjoy.

In today’s news, we recap the action – with VAR causing a controversy and Lionel Messi in the spotlight.

Ahead of today’s action, there are fitness updates on Manuel Neuer, Mesut Ozil and Neymar.

VAR denies Australia, helps Peru

The use of Video Assistant Referees in club football has split opinions across the globe, with the technology making a telling entry into the World Cup on day three.

France were awarded a penalty on retrospect after Josh Risdon’s challenge on Antoine Griezmann, when initially the referee had waved play on.