Not only against Real Sociedad did they affect FC Barcelona by disallowing a goal badly, but on other occasions as well. The one that is most remembered is the goal against Real Madrid in the so-called ‘ghost goal’ at the Santiago Bernabéu stadium, which was by Lamine Yamal.
The VAR (Video Assistant Referee) has revolutionized football, but its implementation has generated numerous controversies, especially with regard to FC Barcelona. The culés have been the protagonists of several plays in which a legal goal has been annulled by video arbitration, which has generated great discontent between the fans and the club.
Why does Barcelona seem to be the most affected?
There are various theories that try to explain why Barcelona seems to be the team most affected by VAR errors:
- Media visibility: Being one of the largest teams in the world, Barcelona has greater media exposure. This means that any referee error that affects them will have a greater impact.
- Rivalries: Rivalries with teams like Real Madrid or Atlético de Madrid can influence refereeing decisions, although it is difficult to prove it.
- Interpretation of the rules: The interpretation of the rules of the game can vary from one referee to another, and this can lead to contradictory decisions.
- Technical failures: VAR is a technology in constant development and technical failures may occur that affect final decisions.
These situations have generated a great debate about the reliability of the VAR and have called into question the impartiality of the system.
What is the future of VAR?
Despite criticism, VAR remains a fundamental tool in modern football. However, it is necessary to improve its precision and transparency to avoid situations like those we have seen with Barcelona.
Some proposals to improve VAR include:
- Greater training of VAR referees.
- Review of communication protocols between the main referee and the VAR.
- Greater transparency in VAR decisions, showing the images and explaining the reasons for each decision.
In conclusion, the relationship between FC Barcelona and the VAR has been marked by controversy. The culés have been victims of several refereeing errors that have generated great discontent. It is essential that steps are taken to improve the system and ensure that justice prevails in football.
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