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VAR protocol1. Principles·Page 153, 2026/27 edition

1. Principles

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A video assistant referee (VAR) is a match official, with independent access to match footage, who may assist the referee only in the event of a ‘clear and obvious error' or ‘serious missed incident' in relation to:

IFAB Laws of the Game 2026/27, page 153 · clause law-x-cb483afe

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