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VAR Controversy Mars Jerusalem's Draw, Coaches Debate Calls

Beitar Jerusalem drew 1-1 with Ironi Kiryat Shmona after conceding a penalty in the 98th minute, which Beitar's assistant coach Aviram Baruchyan deemed incorrect and felt VAR should have overturned. Kiryat Shmona's coach, "Shi Barda," was pleased with the point, while also questioning other officiating decisions.

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VAR Controversy Mars Jerusalem's Draw, Coaches Debate Calls
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What happened

  1. 01Beitar Jerusalem drew 1-1 after a controversial 98th-minute penalty was awarded to Ironi Kiryat Shmona.
  2. 02Beitar Jerusalem assistant coach Aviram Baruchyan believes VAR should have intervened on the penalty call.
  3. 03Kiryat Shmona's coach "Shi Barda" expressed satisfaction with the draw and questioned other officiating decisions.
  4. 04Baruchyan acknowledged Beitar's missed opportunities to secure the win earlier.
  5. 05Barda admitted Kiryat Shmona lacked offensive ideas but was happy to secure a point.

Both coaches discussed their teams' performances and future preparations.

Translated and summarized by baba from N12, the latest report. Read N12’s original

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