The use of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology in football has generated more discussions and controversies than solutions, transforming injustices into more time-consuming and complex events. The recent match between Argentina and Egypt, which saw Argentina turn a 0-2 deficit into a 3-2 victory in minutes, became a focal point for theories and indignation, especially after a disallowed Egyptian goal and a questionable foul.
VAR decisions, such as the disallowance of Mostafa Zizo's goal and the non-call on a potential foul on Mohamed Salah, have raised questions about the interpretation and application of the technology. Despite Lionel Scaloni's assertion that manipulating results with VAR is practically impossible, public perception, fueled by figures like Mourinho and Shearer, points to a lack of clarity and consistency.
The withdrawal of referee François Letexier from subsequent appointments after the incident suggests an institution attempting to manage consequences without admitting errors. FIFA does not yield to online petitions, but the atmosphere surrounding football has become more skeptical, with every decision dissected. VAR has not brought consensus but rather a new way to disagree, amplifying debate and leaving a sense of suspicion about sporting justice, despite available technological tools.
