Qu'est-ce qui a été confirmé par la FIFA concernant l'Ifab ?

La FIFA a confirmé la cohérence de l'interprétation de l'Ifab sur l'erreur d'identification via le VAR.

Qui a exprimé des commentaires sur l'interprétation des règles ?

Un porte-parole de la FIFA a exprimé des commentaires à Rome, suite aux déclarations de l'Ifab.

Pourquoi la FIFA aborde-t-elle ce sujet maintenant ?

La FIFA aborde ce sujet à la suite des décisions arbitrales contestées lors des derniers Mondiaux et des discussions sur la révision du protocole VAR.

Quels changements ont été évoqués concernant l'utilisation du VAR ?

L'Ifab a précisé que le VAR ne doit pas être utilisé pour sanctionner une simulation, mais pour corriger l'identification erronée d'un joueur sanctionné.

Quels incidents ont suscité des interrogations sur l'application des règles ?

L'expulsion controversée de Breel Embolo lors du quart de finale Argentine-Suisse a suscité des interrogations sur l'application des règles.

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FIFA confirms the consistency of Ifab's interpretation on

By OnzeActu · il y a environ 2 mois · 6 min read

Following a clarification from Ifab on the VAR guidelines in the event of an identification error, FIFA ensures that its interpretation during the World Cup is consistent and has made it possible to correct unfair decisions on the pitch.

Why it matters

Ifab's clarification on misidentification is crucial for the integrity of football, especially during major events like the World Cup. By confirming that FIFA's interpretation is consistent, it builds confidence in the VAR system, which is essential to correcting injustices on the pitch. It could also influence refereeing decisions in the future, ensuring that the rules are applied consistently and fairly.

Context

FIFA, as the governing body of world football, plays a key role in enforcing the rules established by Ifab. The recent controversy surrounding Breel Embolo's expulsion highlights the importance of clear interpretation of the rules, especially in high-level competitions like the World Cup. FIFA's commitment to maintaining consistency in the application of the rules is essential for the credibility of football.

Key points

FIFA confirms the consistency of Ifab's interpretation on.
Following a clarification from Ifab on the VAR guidelines in the event of an identification error, FIFA ensures that its interpretation during the World Cup is consistent and has made it possible to correct unfair decisions on the pitch.
La Fifa all'Ifab, interpretation corresponds to error in identification.

During the last World Cups, several contested refereeing decisions fueled a debate around the interpretation of the rules concerning the error of identification via VAR. A FIFA spokesperson spoke this Friday in Rome, following comments from the International Football Association Board (Ifab), the body responsible for defining the rules of football.

VAR (video refereeing) is now an essential tool to ensure fairness on the pitch, but its use must respect clear protocols. Ifab had recently clarified its guidelines regarding identification error, particularly in cases where a player is wrongly sanctioned for a fault committed by a teammate. According to Ifab, this mechanism should not be used to sanction a simulation, but only to correct the faulty designation of the real culprit of the fault.

This last nuance had raised questions after the controversial expulsion of Breel Embolo during the Argentina-Switzerland quarter-final. Ifab considered this to be a poor application of the rules.

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FIFA responded by confirming that this interpretation was “valid, welcomed and included in the discussions for the revision of the VAR protocol”, as discussed at its last annual general meeting. The spokesperson insisted on the consistency of the application during the tournament: “There were two cases where a player was wrongly identified, wrongly receiving a yellow card due to an opponent's simulation, and VAR intervened to correct this error. »

“Simulation cannot be sanctioned by action against the opponent, as this could lead to unfair disciplinary consequences, such as expulsion for accumulation of warnings or suspension,” he continued.

This reminder aims to emphasize that FIFA does not consider the refereeing decisions linked to these cases as errors, but on the contrary as a reestablishment of justice on the field. This position should fuel discussions on how to improve VAR protocols for upcoming major competitions, including the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

In football that is increasingly scrutinized and technologically supervised, the issue of identification errors is crucial to maintaining the credibility of refereeing judgments and preserving the confidence of players, staff and supporters. The exchanges between FIFA and Ifab illustrate the common desire to progress towards fairer and more transparent arbitration.

Frequently asked questions

What has been confirmed by FIFA regarding Ifab?

FIFA has confirmed the consistency of Ifab's interpretation of the VAR identification error.

Who provided comments on the interpretation of the rules?

A FIFA spokesperson made comments in Rome, following the Ifab statements.

Why is FIFA addressing this topic now?

FIFA is addressing this subject following contested refereeing decisions during the last World Cups and discussions on the revision of the VAR protocol.