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Why the Inter vs. Red Star Match Was Played Without VAR for 15 Minutes

Inter Milan secured their first victory in the Champions League with a 4-0 win over Red Star Belgrade.

By Sebastián Hernadez

Lautaro Martínez anotando. Foto: redes del Inter.
Lautaro Martínez anotando. Foto: redes del Inter.
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But the match was notable for an unusual occurrence: the final 15 minutes were played without VAR due to a technical issue. The problem arose just as Mehdi Taremi was preparing to take a penalty. The lack of response from the VAR system created uncertainty on the pitch and among fans.

However, referee Felix Zwayer, after consulting with both teams' technical staff, decided to continue the match without the aid of video assistance.

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Inter dominated from start to finish

Despite the technical hiccup, Inter dominated the game and secured a convincing victory. Goals were scored by Hakan Çalhanoglu, Denzel Dumfries, Lautaro Martínez, and Mehdi Taremi, who netted his first goal for the Nerazzurri.

Inter Solidifies Position in the Champions League

With this victory, Inter is in a favorable position to advance to the next round of the Champions League. The team demonstrated its strength and resilience, overcoming the adversity caused by the VAR malfunction.

  • VAR failure: The last 15 minutes were played without VAR due to a technical failure.
  • Inter’s dominant victory: Inter secured their first Champions League win with a 4-0 result.
  • Strong team performance: Inter controlled the game from start to finish, showcasing their high level of play.
  • Taremi’s debut goal: The Iranian striker scored his first goal for Inter.

Further Analysis:

  • VAR’s impact on football: An analysis of the importance of VAR in football and how its absence can affect the flow and decisions of a match.
  • Inter’s performance: Evaluating the individual and collective performances of Inter players.
  • Future prospects: Analyzing Inter’s chances in the Champions League following this victory.

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