VAR in place for first time in BetMcLean Cup final

Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology is to be used in Northern Ireland domestic football for the first time in next month's BetMcLean Cup final between Linfield and Glentoran at Windsor Park.

27 Feb, 12:04 — 27 Feb, 12:09

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Why this matters

The introduction of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology marks a significant modernization step for Northern Ireland domestic football, aligning it with many major leagues globally. Its debut in a high-stakes cup final between two prominent clubs, Linfield and Glentoran, underscores the importance of ensuring fair play and accurate decision-making in critical matches, potentially setting a precedent for its wider adoption in the future.

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VAR (Video Assistant Referee)Technology being implemented LinfieldFootball club finalist GlentoranFootball club finalist BetMcLean Cup finalEvent for VAR debut Windsor ParkVenue for the final Northern Ireland domestic footballContext for VAR's debut

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First report: BBC · 27 Feb, 12:04|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 5m|Window: 5m

BBC27 Feb, 12:04First to report