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European Football · Sunday, June 21, 2026

Technology saves Tunisia against Japan

In Monterrey, goal-line technology disallows a Japanese goal by a fraction of a millimeter in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup.

By Editorial team
Technology saves Tunisia against Japan

During the Japan-Tunisia match at Estadio Monterrey for the 2026 World Cup, goal-line technology played a decisive role. Tunisian goalkeeper Aymen Dahmen made a spectacular save to block a Japanese attempt, but it was ultimately the electronic equipment that confirmed the ball had not crossed the line, by the narrowest of margins. Japan was trying to make the difference in the first half against Tunisia in this group of the North American competition.