Controversial VAR Decisions Shake Up LaLiga EASports

The VAR system has become a hot topic of conversation as LaLiga EASports kicks off its new season. With a notable tally of 11 errors within the first month, the video assistant refereeing continues to be a subject of scrutiny, despite being in its sixth season as an integral part of modern football. Despite serving as a tool to support referees for over five years, VAR’s questionable decisions seem to persist. These errors have adversely impacted a total of nine teams, with Getafe and UD Las Palmas being the most affected. Among the 11 VAR (accoring to Archivo VAR) errors, three incidents particularly stand out:

1. VAR’s Controversial Call in Real Madrid – Getafe

The match between Real Madrid and Getafe at the Santiago Bernabéu last Saturday left many questioning VAR’s decision-making. The most glaring error was VAR’s attempt to explain Joselu’s offside goal with an explanation that appeared to be fabricated.

2. A Contentious Handball Decision in Getafe – Barcelona

A recent Getafe – Barcelona match at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez concluded with a dramatic and controversial finish. Just when it seemed that Soto Grado was about to award a penalty for a foul on Araujo inside the penalty area, VAR intervened and claimed that Gavi had deliberately handled the ball, a decision that was disputed.

3. The Bizarre Offside Call in Athletic Club – Real Betis

During the Athletic Club – Real Betis match, VAR’s decision-making reached a surreal level as Nico Williams, clearly in an offside position, had his goal validated by video refereeing after using imprecise lines that allowed for a significant margin of error. This sequence ultimately resulted in a penalty awarded to the home team.

These ongoing VAR errors have raised questions about the reliability and effectiveness of the system, leading to frustration among fans, players, and teams alike. As LaLiga EASports continues, VAR remains under the spotlight, shaping the discourse surrounding match outcomes.