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🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Sports

Kliment's divine hand, the Hanáks mocked the captain's rebellion. I hate VAR, said the opponent

A crucial play led by captain Jan Kliment helped Olomouc secure a victory against Lausanne in the Conference League.

Feb 27 • 05:41 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

He was watching a match, insulted the VAR, and his wife thought he was speaking to her: he was stabbed

A football fan in Italy was stabbed by his wife after she misinterpreted his insults directed at the VAR during a controversial match.

Feb 26 • 20:47 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

A former Miss joins the National Rally for the municipal elections in Toulon

Mélanie Auzoux, Miss Var 2025, announces her candidacy with the National Rally for the municipal elections in Toulon.

Feb 26 • 10:10 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Sports

Juventus, Kelly sent off for double yellow like Kalulu, but the referee reviews it at VAR: here’s why

Juventus player Kelly received a red card following two yellow cards during a playoff match against Galatasaray, although the VAR review was intended to scrutinize the incident further rather than overturn it.

Feb 25 • 22:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Champions League clash ends in chaos with THREE red cards after sickening clash

A Champions League match between Atalanta and Borussia Dortmund ended chaotically with three red cards issued after a late penalty decision following a VAR review.

Feb 25 • 19:53 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

Man criticizes VAR - Woman stabbed

A man was stabbed by his wife after a misunderstanding during a football match where he was frustrated by a VAR decision.

Feb 25 • 10:32 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Sports

VAR on demand and no limits dictated by protocol. Napoli wants to change everything

Napoli proposes a new system for VAR with on-demand access and no strict protocols.

Feb 24 • 10:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

North London derby VAR 'nonsense' to be subject of full investigation

The VAR controversy during the North London derby between Tottenham and Arsenal will undergo a comprehensive investigation due to technical malfunctions causing significant delays.

Feb 23 • 18:17 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Technology for the Underprivileged: The 'VAR' Technology of Popular Playgrounds in Egypt Attracts Attention

In Egypt, youth have successfully integrated VAR technology into popular local football matches, moving beyond its exclusive use in professional arenas.

Feb 23 • 12:41 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

Again VAR Trouble: 'If this is true, then this is total nonsense'

VfB Stuttgart players express outrage over a disallowed goal due to a perceived error by the video assistant referee in their match against Heidenheim.

Feb 23 • 08:07 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

VAR is a drone in the hands of unqualified pilots. It's no longer football

The article criticizes the ineffectiveness of the current VAR system in football, arguing that it undermines the spirit of the game and needs urgent reform.

Feb 23 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Sports

Milan falls at home, 1-0 against Parma: the VAR validates Troilo's goal.

Milan suffered a significant defeat at home against Parma, with a late goal validated by VAR ultimately sealing their fate.

Feb 22 • 19:34 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Alexis Mac Allister gave Liverpool victory with a last-minute goal that had to be validated by VAR

Alexis Mac Allister scored a last-minute goal to secure a vital victory for Liverpool against Nottingham Forest in the Premier League, a win crucial for their qualification hopes.

Feb 22 • 16:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Telegraph
Sports

Mac Allister snatches stoppage-time winner for Liverpool at Forest after VAR drama

Liverpool secured a dramatic last-minute victory against Nottingham Forest with Alexis Mac Allister scoring a stoppage-time winner after a contentious VAR review.

Feb 22 • 16:45 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
Sports

Confusion with VAR and MacAllister ended with Liverpool's victory

Liverpool secured a victory amid confusion with VAR and a questionable performance from MacAllister.

Feb 22 • 16:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Nottingham Forest vs Liverpool ends with VAR drama as controversial winner allowed

Liverpool secured a late victory over Nottingham Forest with a controversial VAR decision allowing a stoppage-time goal by Alexis Mac Allister.

Feb 22 • 16:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Liverpool overcome late VAR drama as Alexis Mac Allister scores winner - 5 talking points

Liverpool secured a late victory against Nottingham Forest with a goal from Alexis Mac Allister, overcoming a VAR controversy that had initially ruled out another goal.

Feb 22 • 16:03 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

Another Surprise: "Banga" Defeated the Country's Vice Champions

The team "Banga" achieved a surprising victory over the vice champions in a gripping match that featured a penalty kick review by VAR.

Feb 22 • 14:22 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

Surprise in La Liga: Curious Defeat for Real Madrid after VAR Decisions

Real Madrid faced an unexpected defeat to CA Osasuna in La Liga, raising concerns about their title leadership.

Feb 22 • 10:32 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

"I Used to Be a Judoka": BVB Coach Kovač Angry After 'Crystal Clear Wrong Decision'

BVB coach Niko Kovač expressed his frustration over a controversial VAR decision impacting his team's draw against RB Leipzig.

Feb 22 • 09:12 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Sports

Controversy and scandal with referee Espinoza: an unusual penalty was awarded to Instituto, the VAR was not working, and Atlético Tucumán complains to the AFA

Controversy arose after a disputed penalty was awarded to Instituto during a match against Atlético Tucumán, leading to complaints from the latter team about the referee's decisions and the malfunctioning VAR.

Feb 21 • 21:23 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
Sports

Carević: I can't comment on VAR; Riera: This is a new Istra

Gorica defeated Istra 2-0 in a SuperSport HNL match, with both coaches commenting on the performance and strategies used during the game.

Feb 21 • 19:07 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Sports

Rayo halts Betis's Champions League aspirations

Rayo Vallecano managed to halt Real Betis's three-match winning streak with a draw in a controversial match influenced by lengthy VAR interventions.

Feb 21 • 17:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Premier League referees 'losing faith' in VAR changes after Man City fiasco

Premier League referees are expressing doubt about the effectiveness of the new VAR system following a controversial disallowed goal for Manchester City.

Feb 20 • 18:19 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Sports

Where is Soto Grado's error

The article discusses a significant error made by the Spanish Refereeing Committee regarding the VAR's failure to intervene during a key moment in a football match involving Echeverri and Koundé.

Feb 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

UEFA issues VAR and refereeing guidance for Champions League after controversies

UEFA has issued new guidance on VAR and officiating for the Champions League following widespread criticism of referees and their decisions this season.

Feb 17 • 16:12 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Now curling also wants VAR

A controversy has erupted in Cortina over a supposed 'double touch' by Canadian player Kennedy, leading to calls for stricter controls and potential video replay introduction, raising concerns about the traditional spirit of the sport.

Feb 17 • 00:18 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Sports

Kalulu-Bastoni, the proposal from the Football League arrives: 'Time limit for VAR review'

The Italian Football League proposes a one-minute time limit for VAR reviews to minimize referee controversies, set for discussion at a meeting on March 23.

Feb 16 • 18:48 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The unusual play in Uruguayan football where VAR annulled a goal because of an Argentine coach

A controversial VAR decision in Uruguayan football led to the annulment of a goal for Boston River due to referee interference caused by Argentine coach Israel Damonte.

Feb 16 • 17:37 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

FA Cup blunders show we need VAR - but we need refereeing standards to improve more

The article discusses recent officiating mistakes during FA Cup matches, arguing for the necessity of VAR while also emphasizing the need for improvement in refereeing standards.

Feb 16 • 11:55 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Sports

Rocchi: "The referee made a mistake, but many are trying to trick us..."

Gianluca Rocchi, head of Italian referees, responds to accusations regarding a referee's decision, asserting broader issues within the league.

Feb 16 • 07:06 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Sports

After the Canada Incident – "Gold-Rasmus" Wants to Introduce VAR in Curling

Rasmus Wranå advocates for the implementation of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology in curling following controversies during the Olympics.

Feb 15 • 12:05 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Sports

Inter-Juve, the absurd expulsion of Kalulu who asks for VAR. But the rules prohibit it

In the Inter vs. Juventus match, Kalulu was controversially sent off after receiving a second yellow card following what was deemed a foul, despite evidence suggesting no actual contact was made.

Feb 14 • 20:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Furious Alan Shearer slams referee for Newcastle penalty howler and shares VAR theory

Alan Shearer criticizes the referee's decision not to award a penalty during Newcastle's win over Aston Villa in the FA Cup.

Feb 14 • 20:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Telegraph
Sports

Shambolic refereeing without VAR fails to derail Newcastle against 10-man Villa

Newcastle United triumphed over poor refereeing to eliminate Aston Villa from the FA Cup.

Feb 14 • 20:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Barcelona files a formal complaint with the Federation and requests sanctions for referees due to 'serious errors or negligence'

Barcelona has formally complained to the Spanish Football Federation, seeking referee sanctions after perceived significant officiating errors in a recent Copa del Rey semifinal against Atlético Madrid.

Feb 14 • 16:34 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Barcelona demand answers in extraordinary statement against referees and VAR

Barcelona has officially complained to the Spanish football authorities regarding controversial officiating during their 4-0 Copa del Rey defeat against Atletico Madrid.

Feb 14 • 16:13 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Barcelona escalates against "double standards" of Spanish refereeing

Barcelona has officially complained to the Spanish Football Federation regarding repeated refereeing errors that they deem unfair and inconsistent.

Feb 14 • 13:17 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

UEFA referee chief warns against overusing VAR

The head of UEFA's refereeing committee has expressed concerns over the excessive use of VAR in football, noting its negative impact on match decisions and viewer experience.

Feb 14 • 03:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

FA Cup fourth-round rules: VAR, substitutes, extra-time and penalty rules explained

The article outlines the key rules for the fourth round of the FA Cup, including the elimination of replays, procedures for extra time, and penalty shootout guidelines.

Feb 13 • 18:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Why Barcelona's defeat to Atletico Madrid is sparking widespread controversy on social media?

Barcelona's defeat to Atletico Madrid has ignited significant debate due to a controversial VAR decision that disallowed a goal after a lengthy review process.

Feb 13 • 13:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Barcelona told why it took EIGHT minutes for VAR to disallow goal as statement released

Barcelona faced frustration as a VAR review took eight minutes to disallow a goal that could have impacted the outcome of their Copa del Rey match against Atletico Madrid.

Feb 13 • 12:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Referee chief says football has FORGOTTEN why VAR was introduced in scathing claim

UEFA's referee chief criticizes the increasing reliance on video assistant referees (VAR) in football, stating it detracts from the enjoyment of the game.

Feb 13 • 12:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Sports

The exorcism of Julián, the tremendous mess of VAR, and Simeone's happiness: 'Life is energy'

Atlético Madrid's impressive victory over Barcelona featured Julián Álvarez's long-awaited goal and sparked discussion about controversial VAR decisions.

Feb 12 • 23:37 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Sports

In Spain, the VAR also fails: it took seven minutes to annul a goal by Barcelona and Simeone celebrated with Atlético de Madrid

In a Copa del Rey semifinal, VAR review took seven minutes to annul a Barcelona goal due to a marginal offside, significantly impacting the match.

Feb 12 • 23:08 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Competing to be the largest: - Healthy competition

Vår Energi is poised to potentially surpass Aker BP in production by 2026, according to the companies' forecasts.

Feb 12 • 05:16 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Pablo Lavallén improvised a VAR with his phone and pointed against all Honduran football due to a controversy

Pablo Lavallén expressed his frustration with controversial refereeing decisions in a Honduran football match, where he improvised a VAR system using his phone.

Feb 10 • 19:27 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Sports

Boniek: “I never believed in VAR, referees with technology lack personality”

Zibì Boniek reflects on the influence of VAR technology in football, expressing skepticism about its effectiveness and suggesting that it diminishes referees' authority.

Feb 9 • 23:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

VAR has sucked the joy out of football - but there is no going back

The implementation of VAR in football has consistently faced criticism, with ongoing controversies highlighting its impact on the game's enjoyment and integrity.

Feb 9 • 17:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Wayne Rooney asks Premier League bosses to make radical change - 'It's terrible'

Wayne Rooney criticizes VAR, calling for its abolition due to recent controversial decisions in Premier League matches.

Feb 9 • 13:30 UTC

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