Fluminense coach Renato Gaúcho is still fuming after his team’s draw against Vitória in the fifth round of the Brasileirão. The tricolor missed a chance to climb to second place, and Gaúcho believes a glaring penalty was overlooked.
The VAR system is supposed to help, but Gaúcho thinks it’s failing. “It’s like giving a Ferrari to Stevie Wonder to drive,” he said at a press conference. “It’s ridiculous. The VAR team just didn’t see it.”
Gaúcho was referring to a clear foul on Arias, where an opponent tugged on his shirt. “It was a blatant penalty,” Gaúcho said. “The referee didn’t see it, but that’s what VAR is for. I’m still waiting for an explanation from the CBF.”
CBF’s VAR Team Under Fire
Gaúcho questioned the competence of the CBF’s VAR team, which includes an Argentine, an Italian, and a Brazilian member. “Do they even know the rules?” he asked. “I suggest they bring in some coaches to advise the referees every week.”
Some key points to consider:
- The VAR system is meant to improve accuracy, but it’s not always working as intended.
- Gaúcho is calling for more coaching input to help referees make the right calls.
- The CBF will likely face pressure to address these concerns and improve their VAR system.
Gaúcho isn’t holding back, and his comments are sure to spark a heated debate about the state of refereeing in Brazilian football.
