We have witnessed some of the highest quality officiating at AFCON so far and the use of VAR made almost everything perfect.
AFCON’s VAR officials ensure you don’t have to wait too long for a match-making decision, which is usually sent to the monitor for confirmation by the on-field referee. This improves the speed and accuracy of the game while maintaining the authority of the umpires on the field.Compared to Britain’s VAR system, the Africans can proudly say they are doing well. Gary Neville:“The standard at AFCON this year is truly amazing. As if they invented it themselves.
“Like other European countries, the Premier League still has a lot to learn.”Premier League referees rely heavily on decisions made by the VAR room and rarely consult on-field monitors unless it is important. This can tarnish the referee’s reputation on the field and lead to inaccuracies due to lack of confirmation from both sides.European referees really need to be AFCON 2023!
