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VAR protocol4. Procedures·Page 157, 2026/27 edition

4. Procedures

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· If the ‘check' indicates a probable ‘clear and obvious error' or ‘serious missed incident', the VAR will communicate this information to the referee, who will then decide whether or not to initiate a ‘review'

IFAB Laws of the Game 2026/27, page 157 · clause law-x-c148bf53

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