Harry Kane expressed his frustration after the referee dismissed appeals for a foul during the build-up to Norway’s surprising opener in their World Cup quarter-final against England. The incident occurred in the 36th minute, when Andreas Schjelderup scored a goal that appeared to be intended as a cross, striking in off the post.

As the play unfolded, Kane felt he was illegally dispossessed by Norway midfielder Patrick Berg, who challenged from behind, leaving Kane holding his ankle while Norway attacked. Despite Kane's protests to referee Clement Turpin, there was no VAR review, and the goal was allowed to stand.

The decision sparked comparisons to a previous Argentina match where VAR ruled in favor of a foul leading to a pivotal goal against Egypt. ITV refereeing expert Christina Unkel supported the referee's decision, stating, "The Norway player was able to tip the ball, no contact to Kane's ankle, so there's no foul."

Gary Neville echoed her sentiment, asserting, "It's not a free-kick, absolutely not."

Despite the setback, England equalized shortly after through Jude Bellingham. Kane nearly put his team ahead moments later, but was flagged for offside, a decision confirmed as correct by officials.