Best Referee Decisions:
- VAR Intervention in Premier League Matches: The introduction of VAR in the Premier League in the 2019-2020 season led to several correct decisions, including the overturning of incorrect offside and handball calls.
- UEFA Champions League Semifinal VAR Decisions: In the 2018-2019 UEFA Champions League semifinals, VAR played a crucial role in making correct decisions, such as awarding Ajax a goal in their first-leg match against Tottenham Hotspur.
Worst Referee Decisions:
- Controversial VAR Calls in Premier League: Despite its overall success, VAR in the Premier League faced criticism for some inconsistent decisions and delays. There were instances where subjective decisions, such as handball interpretations, led to debates.
- Copa America 2019 VAR Controversies: The use of VAR in the 2019 Copa America led to various controversies, with some decisions being heavily criticized. The subjective nature of certain calls, such as handballs, contributed to the debate around the effectiveness of VAR.