The offside debate goes England’s way
England equalised in the 55th minute with Jamie Vardy tapping in what initially looked like an offside. However, as replays suggested, it was the Welsh and Swansea City captain who played him onside. Right after the goal, there were protests from the Welsh players and manager Chris Coleman, all of whom were convinced that Vardy was offside. A closer look though proved them wrong.
When the ball was crossed in by Daniel Sturridge, Vardy was actually onside. Subsequently, though, he was offside. In fact, he was miles offside. But then, Sturridge’s cross was met by Ashley Williams and the ball fell to the eventual goal scorer. If the ball had been headed by an English player, surely the goal would not have counted. It is highly unlikely though that the Welsh fans will agree with the referee’s decision. Either way, England had their equaliser.
