Suspicion of the leak of one of the VAR audios in Real Madrid – Almería
The world of Spanish football was rocked by the leak of one of the VAR audios, an unprecedented event since the introduction of this technology. Isaac Fouto revealed in COPE's El Partidazo that the Technical Committee of Referees (CTA) suspects who could be behind the leak of the audio signals from the VOR room during the Real Madrid – Almería match. This revelation caused great controversy.particularly due to the assumption that someone with access to the VAR platform could leak the conversation in question.
The audio in question refers to three key VAR interventions in the game, including a penalty in favor of Real Madrid, a disallowed goal against Almería and a goal awarded to Vinicius. Additionally, an unauthorized action by Vinicius caused controversy that many consider worthy of a red card.
Details of the leak and its impact
The journalist Gerard Romero published the audio of the conversation between Hernández Maeso, the main referee, and Hernández Hernández, the VOR room referee. In this audio you will hear the decision not to punish Vinicius with a red card for possible aggression, which caused a huge stir. This leak is particularly controversial as usually only VAR calls on specific plays that have been reviewed by the main referee are published.
The primary concern is the security and privacy of VAR communications. The leak of this audio data calls into question the integrity of the system. Even, raises questions about who and how this confidential information was accessed. Aside from that, focuses on the management of arbitration decisions and transparency in the game discussion process.
The transparency of the VAR at the center of the debate
This situation has put VAR transparency at the center of a much-needed debate in football. The audio leak has raised questions about how decisions are made in the VOR room and how much of the process should be available to the public and media.
The case of the Real Madrid – Almería match is a clear example of how VAR technology, intended to ensure justice, can become embroiled in controversy. The future of VAR and its management will continue to be a key topic of discussion in professional football.