Historic moment.In Portugal, for the first time, a referee announced the VAR decision to the stadium

In today's match in the Portuguese Primeira Liga, Rio Ave hosted Braga. The game ended in a goalless draw, but it will be remembered by fans for an unusual episode.

On the 64th minute, the visitors scored a goal, which was later disallowed after VAR review. The referee spotted an offside, and the head referee of the match, Fabio Verissimo, announced the VAR decision to the stadium for the first time.

It was previously decided that the referee, after reviewing the video footage and making his decision, should immediately announce it to the spectators in the stadium and those watching the match on TV.

The referee should turn on the microphone and explain why a particular decision was made. However, the referees' discussions and deliberations will remain confidential.