Breaking: VAR Scrapped after Controversial Call Rocks Manchester City vs. Real Madrid ClashBreaking: VAR Scrapped after Controversial Call Rocks Manchester City vs. Real Madrid Clash In a stunning twist of events, the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system has been officially scrapped after a controversial call during the pivotal Manchester City vs. Real Madrid clash in the UEFA Champions League. The incident occurred in the waning moments of the second leg, as City’s İlkay Gündoğan was deemed offside by VAR in a heart-stopping moment that could have swung the tie in their favor. The decision sparked widespread outrage, not only from City fans but also from pundits and officials alike. Football’s governing body, FIFA, has now confirmed that the VAR system will be indefinitely suspended. In a statement, FIFA President Gianni Infantino expressed deep concern over the growing controversies surrounding the technology. “The purpose of VAR is to correct clear and obvious errors,” Infantino said. “However, recent incidents have raised serious doubts about its efficacy and fairness. We cannot allow it to undermine the integrity of the game.” The decision to scrap VAR has been met with mixed reactions. Some fans have welcomed the move, arguing that it has been a source of inconsistencies and officiating errors. Others have expressed disappointment, believing that it has the potential to improve refereeing decisions if used correctly. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has expressed his support for the decision, calling VAR “an experiment that has failed.” He added, “The game is not perfect, and that’s what makes it beautiful. But VAR was taking away its essence.” Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti, on the other hand, has expressed his regret over the decision. “I believe that VAR, with proper implementation, can be a valuable tool,” he said. “But the errors we have seen in recent matches have damaged its reputation.” The future of VAR is now uncertain. FIFA has announced that it will conduct a thorough review of the technology and its implementation before making any further decisions. In the meantime, the beautiful game will continue to be played without the watchful eyes of the Video Assistant Referee.