6 hours agoConsidered by some drastic changes in the VAR, competence in intervention is expected to increase
Periskopi(a year ago)
(a year ago)Football can see major changes in rules ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with the International Football Federation Board (IFAB) reportedly considering a significant expansion of the VAR role. According to The Times Media, the proposed updates may allow the VAR to examine more actual incidents, [...]
According to the medium The Times, the proposed updates may allow the VAR to examine more actual-based incidents, such as hits from the wrong angle and the second yellow cartoons, which are currently out of its scope.
In addition, recovery or second blow after the penalty is expected to be removed, so that if you lose a penalty (not during the white spot after the match) you will not have a second chance, no matter where the ball ends.
The changes are intended to improve decision-making sustainability, but are at risk of prolonging match delays.
Discussions have already begun and, if approved at the next annual IFAB meeting, new regulations will come into force by June 1st 2026.
The move has triggered early reactions from fans concerned of further interruptions in the course of the game, Telegrafi reports, broadcast Periscope.
