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Varane red carded as video ref makes hugely controversial call in France vs England friendly

The Video Assistant Referee was called into play during the second half at Stade de France after the Real Madrid defender tangled with Dele Alli

Raphael Varane was shown a red card for a foul on Dele Alli as the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) passed judgement on a penalty call and a sending off in France's friendly clash with England.

The Real Madrid defender found himself the wrong side of the Tottenham midfielder as he raced through on goal at Stade de France.

As Alli entered the area, his heels were clipped by the retreating Varane.