The Red Card of Controversy: How VAR is Changing the Game The recent controversy surrounding Cunha's goal in a high stakes match has brought into focus the complex world of Video Assistant Referees (VAR).
This technology, increasingly shaping the outcome of matches, raises questions about its impact on the sport as a whole. The introduction of VAR has created a sense of disconnection between fans and referees.
Instant replays and slow motion analysis have made the refereeing process more opaque than ever before.