CCTV5 Program List December 29, 2023 - UEFA officially announced today that the 2024 European Cup will use video assistant referee (VAR) technology for the first time to improve the fairness and accuracy of the game. At the same time, UEFA also announced the referee list and training plan for the 2024 European Cup
CCTV5 Program List December 29, 2023 - UEFA officially announced today that the 2024 European Cup will use video assistant referee (VAR) technology for the first time to improve the fairness and accuracy of the game. At the same time, UEFA also announced the referee list and training plan for the 2024 European Cup. A total of 48 referees from 24 countries were selected, and they will begin to receive professional training on VAR technology in January next year.
VAR technology is a technology that uses video playback and communication equipment to assist the referee in making decisions. It can provide more accurate judgments at key moments in the game, such as goals, penalties, red cards and offside situations. VAR technology has been used in leagues and cup competitions in many countries and regions, such as the English Premier League, Spanish League, German League, Italian League, French League, Chinese Super League, Asian Champions League, American Cup and World Cup, and has achieved good results and repercussions.
The president of UEFA Chefelin said in an interview: "We are very happy to be able to use VAR technology in the 2024 European Cup, which is a historic decision and also a necessary decision. We believe that VAR technology can make the game more fair and transparent, reduce the pressure and miscalculation of referees, and improve the quality and level of the game. We hope VAR technology can bring more positive energy and wonderful pictures to the European Cup. "
The chairman of UEFA's refereeing committee, Kolalina, also expressed support for VAR technology, saying: "VAR technology is a very useful tool, which can help referees make better decisions and also protect the authority and dignity of referees. We have used VAR technology in European Champions League and European Union Cup and other events, and received good feedback and evaluation. We will continue to use VAR technology in the 2024 European Cup to provide a more fair and professional stage for fans and teams. "
UEFA also announced the list of referees and training plan for the 2024 European Cup. A total of 48 referees from 24 countries were selected. They will begin to receive professional training on VAR technology in January next year, including theoretical learning, simulation exercises and practical tests, to ensure that they can skillfully use VAR technology, And keep good communication and cooperation with the chief referee and other assistant referees. The referee director of UEFA Rossetti said: "We are very confident in our referee team. They are all experienced and high-level referees. They also have an open and positive attitude towards VAR technology. We believe they can play their best in the 2024 European Cup and add glory to the game."
The following is the list of referees and their countries for Euro 2024:
referee |
country |
Felix Bridge |
Germany |
Damir Skomina |
poland |
Anthony Taylor |
England |
Danny Makeleli |
Scotland |
Carlos Delcero Grande |
Spain |
Clement Turpin |
France |
Joel Agostini |
Italy |
Aurelian Petrescu |
Romania |
Istanbul Kovac |
Hungary |
Sergi Karashev |
Russia |
Alte Akta |
turkey |
William Colin |
Netherlands |
Stephen Munier |
Belgium |
Andre Marina |
Portugal |