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      New picture shows why Carlo Ancelotti was so furious after Man City equaliser at Real Madrid

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      A SHOCK new photo has revealed why Carlo Ancelotti and Real Madrid were so furious over Kevin De Bruyne’s equaliser at the Bernabeu.Vinicius Jr broke the deadlock in the Champions League semi-final first-leg 1-1 draw between Los Blancos and Manchester City.
      Kevin De Bruyne earned Man City a draw at Real MadridCredit: Getty
      Carlo Ancelotti was furious at the decision to allow the goalCredit: Alamy
      Bernardo Silva appeared to have kept the ball in for City during the build-upCredit: BeIN sports
      BEIN Sport are now claiming that it had crossed the line and a throw-in should have been awardedCredit: BEIN SPORT
      The Brazilian produced an incredible strike from outside of the area in the 36th minute to send Rio Ferdinand wild in the BT Studio.
      Tensions then threatened to boil over as Dani Carvajal was labelled an “absolute disgrace” for his play acting after he shoved Jack Grealish into the pitchside hoardings.
      But a stunning effort from De Bruyne earned City a 1-1 draw to take back to the Etihad next week for the second-leg.
      However, that goal was hotly-disputed by Real Madrid’s players and their bench for a reason unknown to most English viewers.
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      Their usually-cool boss Ancelotti was so angered that he even received a yellow card from the referee for his protests.
      And now it has emerged why he was so enraged by the goal as the ball appeared to have crossed the line for a throw-in just seconds before the equaliser.
      In the lead-up to the goal, the ball looked to have gone out of play right in front of the Madrid dug-out.
      But neither the assistant referee nor the man in the middle spotted the incident and allowed Bernardo Silva to play on.
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      However, a VAR check was not even able to be used as moments later Eduardo Camavinga lost the ball.
      And it was only then that the attacking phase for City that led to the equaliser was deemed to have begun, meaning that the potential throw-in decision was not able to be reviewed.
      Italian Ancelotti was still seething over the decision afterwards as he took aim at the officials.
      He said: “The ball was off the pitch.
      “That’s it. Technology said it. I don’t understand why VAR didn’t check it.
      “The referee didn’t pay attention to many things tonight.”  More

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      Watch Xhaka’s brother get called back on to pitch after VAR rescinds second yellow – only to be shown straight red

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      TAULANT XHAKA was involved in one of the strangest incidents since VAR was implemented during Basel’s match vs FC Zurich on Sunday. Taulant, brother of Arsenal star Granit Xhaka, was left furious after he was recalled to the pitch only to be sent back off again.
      Xhaka was clearly frustrated after being recalled all the way back up the tunnel just to be dismissed again
      Granit and Taulant Xhaka have played against each other at international level with Granit representing Switzerland and Taulant playing for Albania

      The 32-year-old was given his marching orders after receiving two yellow cards, the second of which was for a headbutt on Zurich player Nikola Katic.
      The Albanian international left the pitch and walked down the tunnel only to be called back by the referee after a VAR review.
      VAR had determined that the headbutt was a straight red card offence rather than a yellow and so Xhaka was shown the red and had to leave the pitch for a second time in a matter of minutes.
      Xhaka’s red card wasn’t the only sending off of the game as four players were shown a red in what was a feisty affair between the Swiss rivals.
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      The match ended with Zurich winding up as 2-0 winners.
      It sees Zurich now in eighth place with Basel up in fifth.
      Xhaka took to Instagram following the game to apologise for losing his temper and explain what happened.
      He wrote: “I would like to take this opportunity to apologise in all form for my suspension from last night.
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      “You know me as an emotional player. As someone who does not hold back, who gives everything for his colours on the pitch.
      “And we players, too, are flesh and blood people who react emotionally in certain situations.
      “At the same time, no verbal insults on the field, against me and my family, justify such a blunder on my part.”
      He went on to say: “I can’t undo what happened last night and I will of course face the consequences for not being able to control myself for a brief moment.” More

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      Sky Sports to launch huge new show NEXT WEEK which will give fans VAR change they’ve been waiting for

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      SKY SPORTS are set to air a new show next week that will bring more VAR transparency.The new programme will be launched on Monday and was initiated by the new PGMOL chief Howard Webb.
      Sky Sports are set to launch a new groundbreaking show focusing on VARCredit: AFP
      The show will include audio material of communication between referees and VARCredit: Rex
      Webb is keen to increase transparency and was instrumental in the creation of that planned 30-minute show on Sky.
      The groundbreaking programme will also include a major element that fans have been calling for.
      Sky Sports will share audio recording from the communication between referees and VAR officials.
      The aim is to help clubs and fans understand how decisions are reached via VAR and reduce confusion as well as animosity.
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      The pilot programme will include interaction between the on-field officials and VAR.
      The first episode will focus on Liverpool’s clash with Leicester at King Power Stadium next Monday.
      This comes after several incidents involving Premier League managers lashing out at referees and VAR.
      The most recent high-profile incident took place two weeks ago during Liverpool’s dramatic 4-3 win over Tottenham at Anfield.
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      An irate Jurgen Klopp charged towards fourth official John Brooks following Diogo Jota’s last-gasp winner, with the German then being given a caution by referee Paul Tierney.
      Klopp’s emotions also spilled over during his post-match interviews, with the German tactician being slapped with an FA charge for his comments.
      The Liverpool boss outraged refs’ chiefs with his claim that Tierney had something against his side. More

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      Fans rage ‘what’s the point in VAR’ as West Ham denied penalty for ‘most obvious handball’ by Lindelof against Man Utd

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      WEST HAM fans were left raging after VAR denied them a penalty following an apparent handball by Victor Lindelof. Late in the first half of the encounter between the Hammers and Manchester United, Said Benrahma’s cross struck the arm of Red Devils defender Lindelof.

      The ball appeared to strike the arm of Victor Lindelof
      But the ref opted against giving a penalty
      However, referee Peter Bankes and VAR official Stuart Attwell deemed the Swede had not caused an offence in the action.
      The pundits in the BT Sports studio were unanimous in calling for a penalty, while fans online raged at the decision.
      Joe Cole said: “Without a doubt [it’s a penalty]. [Said] Benrahma hits it and he’s moved his arm towards the ball.
      “I don’t understand for the life of me why VAR hasn’t given it. It doesn’t make sense. If you’re David Moyes, you’re furious, it’s a nailed-on penalty.”
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      Taking to Twitter one said: “Is this not the most obvious example of handball there is?”
      A second typed: “How is that not a pen? He literally moved his to purposely handball it.”
      A third remarked: “Oh my goodness gracious me. Biggest handball I’ve ever seen he pulled his arm back out 🤣🤣🤣🤣.”
      “That’s handball all day and twice on a Sunday unless you’re Manchester United,” commented a fourth.
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      A fifth declared: “That is absolutely handball from Lindelof. Begs the question what the point of VAR really is?”
      Another added: “Lindelof has almost caught that.”
      Fortunately for the Hammers the decision did not matter in the end as they ran out 1-0 winners after David de Gea failed to stop Benrahma’s tame strike.
      Victory leaves West Ham seven points clear of the relegation zone with three games remaining.
      Fourth-placed United however are nervously looked over their shoulders as rivals Liverpool are only one point behind. More

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      Fans accuse WBC of ‘making up rules’ after rare use of ‘boxing VAR’ sees star awarded retrospective knockdown

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      BOXING champion Julio Cesar Martinez was retrospectively awarded a knockdown following a rare use of VAR. The WBC have been known to use instant replays in the past, including a 2019 fight with Martinez.
      Julio Cesar Martinez, left, punching Ronal BatistaCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      This time, the Mexican was given a 10-8 round against Ronal Batista after the referee initially failed to score it a knockdown.
      But upon replays, the decision was overturned and the knockdown was scored.
      It left some fans in confusion and accusing the WBC of making up their own rules.
      One said: “VAR in boxing now?”
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      Another added: “Mauricio Sulaiman the belt specialist making up rules for the Eddy Reynoso camp.”
      One commented: “Since when did that come into play???”
      Another wrote: “Nah VAR has already ruined football now boxing is next.”
      Martinez in 2019 saw a knockout against Charlie Edwards overturned to a no-contest due to low-blows.
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      The result was initially announced as a Martinez win until WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman got in the ring to change the decision.
      Martinez, 28, went on to beat Batista, 26, by majority decision, retaining his flyweight title.
      And it could set up a unification with Britain’s IBF champion Sunny Edwards, 27.
      Julio Cesar Martinez celebrates his winCredit: Getty Images – Getty More

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      Major change to VAR could come in next season and fans have been asking for it for ages

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      PREMIER LEAGUE fans could be able to listen to conversations between referees and VAR next season, according to reports.Supporters have been calling for the ability to hear what is being said for ages to help their understanding of why some decisions are being made.
      Supporters could be able to listen to conversations between referees and VARs from next seasonCredit: Getty
      The change could give fans more understanding as to why decisions are being madeCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      However, discussions between players or managers and referees will be kept confidentialCredit: PA
      It has also been pushed for by PGMOL boss and former Premier League referee Howard Webb since he started his current role in December.
      The aim would be to reduce confusion around controversial calls and give fans more appreciation toward referees and VARs.
      Especially in decisions such as the Kaoru Mitoma goal for Brighton against Tottenham that was incorrectly ruled out for handball.
      The Daily Mail has reported that football lawmakers IFAB would have “no problem” making audio recordings available to the public.
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      However, they would only be able to be heard after the games have finished and not broadcast live.
      The report also suggests that Premier League clubs are “open” to the idea as well as the officials.
      Although it is very unlikely to be implemented before the end of the current campaign.
      The report says that this is because managers would want to hear audio from decisions earlier in the season that have gone against them.
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      Fans would only be able to listen to conversations between stadium officials and those at Stockley Park.
      But they would not be able to hear the talk between the managers or players and referees such as Jurgen Klopp’s discussion with Paul Tierney during the win over Tottenham, these are considered confidential.
      There would be hope that with more transparency and accountability there will be fewer mistakes.
      This season PGMOL has issued at least ten apologies to clubs for getting decisions wrong this season, including three to Brighton.
      MLS’s refereeing body PRO publishes audio after every match round and did so while Webb was working in the United States.
      It is called ‘Inside Video Review’ and is published on PRO’s YouTube channel. More

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      Fans say ‘we need this in the Premier League’ after referee gives ‘game-changing’ interview live on TV

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      FOOTBALL fans are calling for post-game referee interviews after a “game-changing” example arrived from France. Officials have been under increasing pressure this season after video assistant referees increasingly fail to appease furious supporters.
      Jeremie Pignard is a well-regarded referee in the French leagueCredit: AFP
      Despite the VAR technology, frequent mistakes have still been made and experienced ref Lee Mason even quit the PGMOL after a high-profile error in February.
      Expert ref Howard Webb returned to England halfway into the season to try and get on top of England’s struggling refereeing body but has had a mixed time of it.
      Fans think they know a way to improve the system and have renewed calls for post-game interviews with refs.
      This was after taking inspiration from Amazon Prime, who managed to interview Ligue 1 official Jeremie Pignard after he took charge of a recent league match.
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      Appearing next to the TV presenter and pundits after the game, the man in the middle eloquently explained why he controversially allowed a Nantes goal to stand despite strong claims for handball.
      Pignard said: “If it’s really the lower biceps, like right here. Depending on what muscle.
      “That may not be the same for everyone. We can see it in the action, and this is why I took my time.
      “These kind of decisions are so important. The VAR reacted very well, sending me the footage so I can watch the action again. Every detail counts in those kind of moments.”
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      The ref’s detailed and compelling explanation of his thought process left fans convinced it should be the next step in England.
      One said: “I’ve been calling for this for years…referees in England get away with so much & have 0 accountability.”
      Another added: “Would be great to see this in all matches. Might not satisfy everyone but at least would help take the heat out of some contentious decisions.”
      While fan lauded the broadcaster for getting the referee on air as they said: “Amazon at it again with the referee interviews, game-changing.”
      And another football follower simply said: “@PGMOL … take note.”
      The Amazon interview follows another first earlier this year as a referee at the Club World Cup explained his VAR decision to fans inside the stadium.
      Fans were also left surprised when one referee in a women’s game brandished a white card as part of a new initiative. More

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      David Moyes faces FA charge after furious rant following West Ham’s defeat to Liverpool

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      DAVID MOYES faces an FA charge after accusing VAR of “disrespecting” West Ham.The Hammers boss was fuming after his side were denied an 88th minute penalty in Wednesday’s 2-1 home defeat to Liverpool as Thiago appeared to fall and handle the ball in the box.
      West Ham chief David Moyes didn’t hold back in his post-match outburstCredit: Rex
      Moyes was sure Thiago should have conceded a penalty for handball as Liverpool held on for a 2-1 Premier League winCredit: Rex
      The PGMOL later clarified that VAR official Neil Swarbrick did not ask referee Chris Kavanagh to review the monitor because Thiago used his arm to break his fall and the ball bounced up from close range.
      But SunSport now understands that Moyes could be in hot water for his rant post-match.
      He also accused VAR officials of lacking “football knowledge”, with the FA asking for an explanation of his comments.
      The Scot said: “You’ll probably hear [the PGMOL] coming out with some rubbish about he needed to break his fall.
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      “But if you lunge it’s your own fault for lunging and being out of control in the tackle.
      “I think it’s a penalty kick. I think the hardest thing to take is the disrespect from VAR, that VAR wouldn’t have at least said to the referee that this might be worth having a look.
      “That tells me they don’t see that as even close to a decision.
      “I’m surprised. Somebody in VAR didn’t have enough football knowledge to understand that this could be close. 
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      “The handball rule has changed dramatically and I don’t like a lot of it.
      “They might need to apologise to the football club because we’re trying to get points to be a Premier League team.”
      Swarbrick is the head of the Prem’s VAR operation, but is retiring at the end of the season. More