Choas as Cameroon players accuse FIFA of racism after refusing to kick off when England were awarded a goal by VAR in World Cup

Cameroon players were left in tears of fury after a first-half goal was awarded to England during their last 16 World Cup clash with the use of VAR, with some accusing FIFA of racism as a result.

Ellen White put the ball into the back of the net on the cusp of half-time, only for the linesman to raise the flag for offside.
With the usage of VAR the referee was able to clearly see the England forward was onside during the moment the pass was played, and correctly reinstated the strike.

Cameroon players were immediately incensed and gathered around referee Qin Liang, gesticulating animatedly over the decision.
As the half-time whistle blew just moments later Cameroon remained on the pitch for a few moments, appearing to be considering walking off the field.

The frustration was clear to see

Making a bright start to the second half, Cameroon looked to have hit back a goal in response to make it 2-1, only for the officials to again intervene and flag offside.
Replays showed Ajara Nchout to be marginally offside, with the decision again outraging the Cameroon players and doing nothing to help sooth tempers.
Cameroon were yet again outraged, with players from both on field and the substitutes bench showing their frustration towards the referee.

Some players even pointed at the screen in the ground in frustration over the decision, with some protesting to the assistant referee as their coach had to calm them down.

Players had to be calmed down before resuming play

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