FIFA unveil new VAR technology for offsides that will be used by assistants at World Cup 2026
FIFA has announced a new semi-automated offside technology for the 2026 World Cup that aims to speed up decision-making for assistant referees. This system will provide real-time audio alerts to officials when a player is offside by more than 10cm, allowing them to raise their flags sooner. Despite the introduction of this technology, assistant referees will retain their authority to make final decisions on the pitch.
- ▪FIFA is introducing a quicker offside system for the 2026 World Cup.
- ▪The new technology will send real-time audio alerts to assistant referees if a player is more than 10cm offside.
- ▪Assistant referees will still have the final say on when to raise the flag, maintaining their control over the game.
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