Mark Clattenburg Decodes Semi Automated VAR Offside Drama in Leipzig vs. Villa Champions League clash
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Mark Clattenburg was providing analysis for Amazon’s Prime Video during the match between RB Leipzig and Aston Villa. He was discussing the application of semi-automated offside technology as it was used to review Jhon Duran’s disallowed goal.
Mark Clattenburg said “It’s very, very tight on the first phase. It’s okay on the second phase – because Duran’s behind the ball when the pass is made, so they’re going to look at first phase – is he ahead of the player?” On the offside verdict, he added: “My feeling is his foot is in an offside position.”
Later in the match, Mark Clattenburg was commenting on another offside decision involving RB Leipzig’s striker, Lois Openda, as he assisted Christoph Baumgartner’s equalizing goal. Clattenburg analyzed the use of the same technology in this scenario.
Mark Clattenburg said “This one certainly looked tighter than Duran’s one. It looks like his feet are behind, but he’s leaning forwards. That could be what’s either playing him on or offside.”
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