Kevin Dodelande: how VAR needs to change its face in football
Paris, France Oct 7, 2023 (Issuewire.com) – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is packed to the rafters for the eagerly-awaited clash with Liverpool. In the 34th minute, just as the two teams were drawing level, the match turned on its head. After a fine counter-attack by the Reds, who were already down to ten men, Mohammed Salah sent a silky pass to Colombian striker Luis Diaz, who beat Italian goalkeeper Vicario. The assistant referee pointed to an unobvious offside position. On television, slow motion quickly confirms the refereeing error. Luis Diaz is one meter behind the last defender. The goal must therefore be validated by VAR (Video Assistant Referee) referees Darren England and his assistant Dan Cook.
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