Controversy in Argentina vs. Paraguay: doubtful hand of Cuti Romero in the area that was not considered by the VAR

The Argentine team faces Paraguay for the South American Qualifiers heading to Qatar 2022 at the Defensores del Chaco stadium and six minutes later the first controversy of the match arose, which was originated by a probable hand of Cristian Romero in the area of ​​the ‘ Albiceleste ‘.

In a corner kick in favor of the Paraguayan team, the ball hit Cuti Romero’s hand. Due to this, those led by Eduardo Berizzo claimed the situation and the Argentines indicated that there was a push in the confrontation.

A few moments later, referee Anderson Daronco announced that the VAR confirmed that it was not considered an infraction and the play continued its course.

After that, a clear possibility was opened for Argentina that they could not turn into a double chance. The Paraguayan goalkeeper deflected the ball shot by Joaquín Correa and, seconds later, Omar Alderete saved his goal on the line, after Ángel Di María’s shot.

Argentina vs Paraguay, the previous one:

Messi and company arrive toned by a succession of good results. After becoming established in the Copa América, beating Brazil in the final in July to end the 28-year streak without international titles, Argentina won the two matches that it was able to complete in the previous double date of the qualifying rounds.

The Defensores del Chaco will open its doors to the public for the second time for the qualifying rounds in the pandemic. This time half of the 34,000 seats were enabled.