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Video replay used to award a penalty in a FIFA competition for first time ever

History was made at the Club World Cup when referee Viktor Kassai used the trialled Video Assistant Referees (VARs) system to award Kashima Antlers a penalty in their semi-final against Atletico Nacional.

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The Club World Club clash between the Japanese side and their Colombian opponents saw the decision take place, with Kashima taking the lead when Shoma Doi converted the spot-kick

In a crowded penalty area, a set-piece was delivered in behind the Atletico defence before Daigo Nishi was tripped by Berrio of Atletico as the Kashima man was about to steal in on goal for an easy chance.