During a Bundesliga 2 match between Preussen Munster and Hertha Berlin, a masked fan entered the pitch and unplugged the VAR monitor, disrupting the ability of the match officials to use the video assistant referee system for a foul during the game. This incident occurred while the club was facing off against Hertha Berlin, leading to immediate concerns from both the officiating team and club management regarding the impact on the game’s integrity.

Preussen Munster issued a statement describing the event, confirming that a fan from the active supporter section had acted unlawfully to interfere with the technology intended to aid the referee. Despite this disruption, the penalty decision was still made by VAR official Katrin Rafalski from the VAR room located in Cologne, highlighting the resilience of the VAR system even in the face of such interruptions.

The club expressing its regret over the incident indicates a commitment to maintaining high standards of conduct within stadiums and ensuring the safety of technical equipment and officials. Moreover, they plan to identify the individual responsible, signaling a broader effort to combat such disruptions in football matches, ensuring fair play and the integrity of the sport moving forward.