FIFA Announces New VAR Offside Technology for Assistants at World Cup 2026

FIFA revealed a new VAR technology aimed at offside decisions. The system will be operated by assistant referees on the field. Officials will use the technology to review offside calls in real time. FIFA plans to deploy the tool during the 2026 World Cup. The announcement was reported by newswav.com. The upgrade is intended to improve decision accuracy. It may reduce controversies surrounding offside judgments. Organizers will train assistants on the new system before the tournament.