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2022 World Cup VAR Review: Why Ecuador's goal against Qatar was disallowed for offside

We're analysing every VAR decision made throughout all 64 games at the 2022 World Cup

After each game we take a look at the major incidents to examine and explain the process both in terms of VAR protocol and the Laws of the Game.

Qatar vs. Ecuador

VAR overturn: Valencia goal ruled out for offside

What happened: In the third minute Ecuador thought they had the lead against hosts Qatar through Enner Valencia, but there was a lengthy review for offside.

VAR decision: Goal disallowed.