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VAR makes history as France awarded controversial penalty against Australia - but was it right decision?
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France 2-1 Australia REPORT: VAR makes World Cup history as Paul Pogba and Antoine Griezmann celebrate - Mirror Online
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Australia in VAR rage after first controversial decision at World Cup 2018 helps France win - Mirror Online
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FIFA World Cup 2018: France field youngest opening XI since 1930 against Australia | Football News - Hindustan Times
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