VAR Explains Decision to Deny Beer Sheva Penalty
The Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system has explained its decision not to award a penalty to Hapoel Be'er Sheva during their match against Maccabi Tel Aviv on Monday evening. The incident occurred in the 18th minute at Turner Stadium when it appeared that Maccabi player Isuf Sissoko handled the ball in his own penalty area.
Despite the apparent handball, no penalty was given. Niv Steif, the chief VAR referee, explained that the decision was made because Sissoko had no opportunity to avoid touching the ball. Therefore, according to the VAR protocol, a penalty kick was not warranted for the reigning champions.
The match, which was described as a heated contest, saw both Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Be'er Sheva competing. The controversy surrounding the penalty decision has sparked debate among fans, with a poll included in the original report asking for public opinion.
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