Bosnian commentators praise Messi and critique VAR after World Cup final

In a podcast of Americana Extra, HRT reporter Viki Ivanović recounted covering the World Cup from the United States, noting the overwhelming flow of information, visa concerns and describing the tournament as exceeding expectations. She referenced the Folarin Balogun incident and argued that VAR interventions have become routine, likening football’s direction to sports such as water polo and handball.

On the Bosnian show “Zmajevo gnijezdo”, former player and coach Vlatko Glavaš lauded Lionel Messi as the heart of Argentina’s victorious campaign, calling a potential trophy lift a “beautiful farewell”. He discussed the commercialisation of football, the value of small‑nation fans, and promoted a local celebration for young Bosnian talent Kerim Alajbegović in Bugojno.