What happened: The 2026 World Cup will see an increased number of incidents reviewed by Video Assistant Referees (VAR). Referees have been instructed to speed up decisions to reduce fan frustration caused by long delays.
Why it matters:
- More VAR reviews could lead to fairer decisions during matches.
- Faster decision-making aims to improve the viewing experience for fans worldwide.
MNN Take: The organisers are balancing the use of technology to ensure accurate refereeing while addressing concerns about delays disrupting the flow of the game.
Sources: Sky News (Breaking)