Topic signal in United Kingdom
Updated Jun 13, 2026
tim ream
Tim Ream has gained attention during the World Cup due to a notable VAR 'mistaken identity' check that overturned a yellow card against him.
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Tim Ream has gained attention during the World Cup due to a notable VAR 'mistaken identity' check that overturned a yellow card against him.
Tim Ream became a focal point in the World Cup as the first player to benefit from a VAR 'mistaken identity' check, where a yellow card initially given to him was overturned after video review. This incident highlights the importance of video assistant referees in ensuring fair play and correcting referee errors during major tournaments.
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