Only use VAR when error blatant - referee chiefs

European refereeing officials have stated that video assistant referees should be used sparingly, only intervening in cases where the on-field decision is blatantly incorrect. The goal is to minimize disruption to the game while still ensuring accuracy in key decisions. Referee chiefs aim to strike a balance between using technology to correct clear errors and avoiding excessive interference. This approach is intended to promote consistency and fairness in refereeing.

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