FIFA president Gianni Infantino ready for World Cup VAR controversy | MUK Sports

After initially seeing a second yellow for embellishment, Diego Valeri converts a penalty kick to give Portland the lead at Orlando City. The FC crew assess the use of VAR in England's draw with Italy and whether Italy were awarded a penalty as a result of a 'clear and obvious' mistake. FIFA president Gianni Infantino is "ready for controversy" at the World Cup after the use of video assistant referees (VAR) at the tournament was approved last month. However, Infantino believes the implementation of VAR was necessary as the governing body looks to give its officials every possible assistance in making correct decisions. VAR has been trialled worldwide but its use in England has led to a mixed reaction from players, managers and supporters, with those inside stadiums complaining...
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