Former footballer and prominent commentator Massimo Mauro has voiced his strong opinions regarding the current state of VAR in football.
Mauro provocatively challenged the current centralized system, asking, «Bring VAR rooms to the fields, why must they remain in Lissone?» This statement underscores his belief that the video assistant referee technology should be more directly integrated with the live match environment rather than being remotely managed.
Addressing the broader topic of refereeing, Mauro acknowledged the widespread frustration felt by many, stating, «Everyone has suffered some wrong.» This comment implicitly recognizes the often contentious and subjective nature of officiating decisions in the sport.
He then directed a sarcastic remark towards the architects of the VAR system, labeling the individual or group responsible for drafting its protocol as «an authentic genius.» This barbed comment is widely interpreted as a sharp criticism of the system’s implementation, effectiveness, and the rules governing its use.