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As Fifa has finally begun entering the 21st century with video-assisted referees (VAR), it should add a new procedure to all major games.
At the end of each half a committee of three — one nominee from each team management and the referee — should review the period played, particularly all the fouls, dives and attempts to "win" a penalty. The team to have committed the least would be rewarded with one goal.
The game is blighted by professional fouls, many unnoted by the referee. The diving and play-acting is absurd.
By having a review at half-and full-time, play is not unduly interrupted, which is the main objection to using VAR during the game.
Robert Stone
Linden