VAR system explained for soccer's 2026 World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 1:30 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
At the 2026 World Cup, the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system will feature enhanced capabilities. VAR, which debuted at the 2018 World Cup, includes a team of officials who monitor matches in real-time to assist referees. New for this tournament, VAR can review second yellow cards and corner kick decisions. Critics of VAR cite delays and controversies over close calls that disrupt the flow of the game. The system aims to correct significant mistakes while preserving the final authority of the on-field referee.
- •VAR assists referees by reviewing critical game situations.
- •New powers include reviewing second yellow cards.
- •VAR can now correct corner kick decisions.
- •Delays caused by VAR reviews remain a concern.
- •Referees maintain final authority after reviewing footage.
- 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — What is VAR? Soccer's video review system explained for World Cup
"VAR has changed how soccer is officiated and it has new powers at the 2026 World Cup. Here is how the video review system works.
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