VAR and the Quest for Consistency: A Referee's Plea to Reclaim the Game's Soul The introduction of Video Assistant Referees (VAR) in football has been a double edged sword.
On one hand, it has helped reduce controversy and errors in high pressure situations. On the other hand, its over reliance on technology has eroded the authority of referees on the pitch.
UEFA's chief referee Roberto Rosetti recently met with leaders from top European leagues to discuss the issue.