Former World Cup referee says VAR protects football from coffee‑shop scandals

A former World Cup referee commented on the role of VAR in football. He claimed VAR helps shield the sport from scandals. The referee cited incidents involving coffee‑shop controversies. VAR’s video review system provides objective decisions. The official believes technology reduces reliance on human error. He suggested that without VAR, disputes could escalate. The remarks were published by NST Online. Observers will assess VAR’s impact on the game’s integrity.