FIFA issues special rules for video-assisted goals
The team that scored a goal using video assist technology is only allowed to celebrate in the designated location and time.
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The referee used video review technology. Photo:AFP |
SheetDaily MailFIFA is preparing to pass a special regulation at the 2018 World Cup. Accordingly, players will only have 30 seconds to celebrate and perform in a designated position with an area equal to the coach's technical area. Any action that prolongs the time will result in a yellow card.
This is a rule based on the fact that referees need time to review video, which causes interruptions and prolongs the game. FIFA does not want matches to lose their rhythm and limit the amount of time spent in a VAR situation.
FIFA hopes this will be a breakthrough at the upcoming World Cup, and can also be applied in the Premier League when VAR is expanded next season.
"This is a memorable moment for VAR and we are looking forward to the first goal being celebrated in the right place," said FIFA refereeing chief Ron De Cision. "Our aim is to help fans enjoy the game at its best and I am sure they will love this new rule."
In addition, FIFA was very quick to find a sponsor to print their brand on this area. Every time a goal is confirmed by VAR technology, the brand name is also announced.
VAR (Video Assistant Referees) is a technology that uses video to assist referees in their decisions. The four situations that can be reviewed are goals, penalties, red cards and errors of judgment.
