Following Barcelona’s defeat to Real Madrid in the recent Clásico, Barcelona president Joan Laporta has called for the match to be replayed if it is proven that a VAR error led to Lamine Yamal’s goal not being awarded at the Bernabéu. With the shot not crossing the line, Madrid went on to win the match 3-2, leaving them 11 points clear at the top of the table with just six games to play.
Immediate Request for Investigation
Laporta expressed his concerns in a statement, highlighting the importance of reviewing the critical incident that could potentially change the result of the game. The club plans to collect comprehensive footage and audio of the incident for analysis. If it is determined that an error was made in the revision of the incident, Barcelona will take necessary measures to reverse the situation, including the possibility of legal action.
The president referenced a previous incident in Belgian football where a match between Anderlecht and Genk was set to be replayed after a VAR error. However, the decision was overturned by the Belgian Court of Arbitration for Sport. Laporta also mentioned a case in Spain where VAR did not provide all possible images of a goal during a match between Atlético Madrid and Espanyol, resulting in controversy.
Lack of Goal-line Technology Criticized
Barcelona coach Xavi Hernández and goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen criticized the lack of goal-line technology in Spain, labeling it as “embarrassing.” Xavi expressed frustration with the decisions going against Barcelona since the beginning of the season, with the team likely to lose their LaLiga title to Madrid in the near future.
The call for a potential replay of the Clásico due to a VAR error has sparked debate and controversy in the football world. Barcelona’s president’s stance on the issue and the team’s disappointment with the current state of officiating in LaLiga highlight the need for continued improvements in the use of technology and decision-making processes in football matches. As the season progresses, it remains to be seen how this situation will be resolved and if any changes will be implemented to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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