What was that madness? Vini Jr's disallowed goal takes over social media 🎥 | OneFootball

Delivering a standout performance in Miami, Vini Jr. could already have celebrated a hat-trick against Scotland this Wednesday (24). 

But the refereeing took center stage at Hard Rock Stadium. 

Was it a foul?

The incident in question happened in the 22nd minute.

Vini Jr. won the ball off Hendry and beat Gunn for the second time in Miami. 

Referee César Ramos, in charge on the pitch, was called to the monitor to review a possible foul by the Brazilian.

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And he ended up agreeing with the VAR's assessment.

The replays of the incident, however, made the decision even more controversial.

The footage showed Vini putting his left foot in front of Hendry, who then caught the No. 7 with his right foot. 

Scotland's own players did not complain about the supposed foul at first.

The final decision sparked "widespread" outrage. Even Neymar went over to the fourth official to complain. 

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And, of course, social media did not "forgive" it.

Vini Jr. did score his second in the 48th minute, finishing off a cross from Bruno Guimarães.

This time without VAR being the "villain." 

Brazil have scored six goals in this World Cup. The No. 7 has had a direct hand in all of them. 

His first one this Wednesday secured him a place on a special list. 

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