The lack of consistent use of technology, specifically VAR and goal-line technology, is causing problems in the Women’s Champions League. Arsenal’s manager, Jonas Eidevall, expressed his frustration that not all games played in the competition use the same technology. In Arsenal’s quarter-final tie with Bayern Munich, the team lost 1-0, with strong appeals for a penalty in each half. Eidevall believes that not having the same level of technology in every game is a problem for the competition. He stated that everyone would benefit from goal-line technology, which can accurately determine whether the ball is in or not. Referees have a hard time seeing the situation from certain angles, and players deserve that level of detail and accuracy in decisions. Eidevall was also frustrated with a couple of decisions during the game against Bayern Munich. Firstly, he appealed for handball when Caitlin Foord’s shot was blocked in the first half, but the referee waved it away. Secondly, he claimed that there was a potential tug on Rafaelle Souza’s shirt in the box in the second half, but the VAR check deemed there was no foul.
VAR and Goal-line Technology at the Women’s Champions League
The Women’s Champions League has been facing issues regarding the usage of VAR and goal-line technology in the competition. Arsenal manager Jonas Eidevall expressed his concern about the lack of consistent use of the same technology in all games played.
In the quarter-final tie against Bayern Munich, Arsenal lost 1-0, despite strong appeals for a penalty in each half. The introduction of the video assistant referee (VAR) is limited to the last eight, while goal-line technology is optional.
Eidevall stated that not having the same level of technology in every game is a problem for the competition. He expressed his frustration at the fact that the game against Bayern Munich did not use goal-line technology, as Bayern chose not to pay for it.
Eidevall acknowledged that they have to accept the situation, but Arsenal will be using goal-line technology in their next game as they believe it is the right thing to do to ensure a fair competition. He added that everyone would benefit from goal-line technology, as it is an easy tool that can accurately determine whether the ball is in or not. Referees have a hard time seeing the situation from certain angles, and players deserve that level of detail and accuracy in decisions.
During the game against Bayern Munich, Eidevall was frustrated with a couple of decisions. Firstly, he appealed for handball when Caitlin Foord’s shot was blocked in the first half, but the referee waved it away. Secondly, he claimed that there was a potential tug on Rafaelle Souza’s shirt in the box in the second half, but the VAR check deemed there was no foul.
Eidevall expressed a mixed feeling towards the game. He was proud of the team’s strong performance but disappointed with the result and the missed opportunities. Furthermore, he was angry that the VAR did not work correctly during the game, resulting in unacceptable situations where clear and obvious penalty situations were not given.
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