A novelty that changes everything? Since September 27, the U20 World Cup takes place. The French team will try to make a good impression during this competition in Chile. With a rather favorable calendar, where the Habs will be opposed to the United States, South Africa, as well as in New Caledonia, coach Bernard Diomède and his staff will be able to benefit from a new advantageous rule.
Morocco even took advantage of it for the first time in history, during the match won against Spain (2-0) in the group phase last Sunday. In the 78th minute, the referee of the meeting whistled a penalty in favor of La Roja. A decision that was not to the taste of Moroccan coach Mohamed Ouahbi, who then drawn … A green card!
How does the green card work?
In other words, this green card allows selectors to challenge an arbitral decision, such as a “challenge” that can be observed in American sports. The central referee of the match between Morocco and Spain was therefore obliged to consult the Var. A more than paying choice for Mohamed Ouahbi and his men since the penalty was canceled, and a yellow card was allocated to the Spanish player for simulation.
The use of a green card during this World Cup is a world first. FIFA having established this rule for the very first time during an official competition. Regarding its use, it is limited to twice per game, exclusively for selectors, and applies to the same conditions as the VAR (about a validated or not goal, of a potential penalty, of a direct red card or finally to verify the identity of a sanctioned player).
However, it will be difficult to observe this new rule on Ligue 1. Theoretically. Theoretically, the green box serves as a palliative to video arbitration by offering a less expensive solution than a arbitral body which mobilizes video referees accompanied by advanced technical equipment. It remains to observe the effectiveness of this new rule during the U20 World Cup.
