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Goalline technology denies Japan goal by fractions

Goalline technology denies Japan goal by fractions
BBC News Sunday 21 June 2026, 05:01 UTC 1 min read
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Tunisia goalkeeper Aymen Dahmen makes an "unbelievable save" to prevent Japan from doubling their lead by the finest of margins, in their 2026 World Cup match at Estadio Monterrey.

Tunisia goalkeeper Aymen Dahmen makes an "unbelievable save" to prevent Japan from doubling their lead by the finest of margins, in their 2026 World Cup match at Estadio Monterrey.
Japan (LOCATION) Tunisia (LOCATION) Aymen Dahmen (ORG) 2026 World Cup (EVENT) Estadio Monterrey (LOCATION)
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