The article explains the role of VAR (Video Assistant Referee) in football, particularly regarding a specific incident with Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson's handball. Although VAR deemed there was a handball, the context did not constitute denying an obvious goal-scoring chance. As a result, the game continued with a throw-in for Manchester City. It also discusses the protocols surrounding assistant referees, emphasizing their role in keeping the game fluid by delaying offside flags to maximize scoring opportunities. Furthermore, it notes the absence of VAR in upcoming matches, highlighting a shift in officiating dynamics.
VAR is designed to ensure that significant errors in key matches are corrected, yet for minor incidents like yellow cards, the ref's original decision stands.
The IFAB protocol emphasizes the importance of maintaining the flow of the game, allowing immediate scoring opportunities without interruption from officiating decisions.
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