ANFP Releases VAR Audio on Controversial Superclásico Penalty

The National Professional Football Association (ANFP) has released the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) audio concerning a penalty awarded to Universidad de Chile during the recent Superclásico match against Colo Colo. The controversial decision, which led to a penalty kick for Universidad de Chile, has now been clarified through the released dialogue.

The audio recording details the conversation between the VAR officials and the on-field referee. The primary justification for the penalty, as explained in the dialogue, was that a Colo Colo player's arm was in an extended position. This handball offense, according to the VAR review, warranted the penalty call.

The release of this audio aims to provide transparency regarding the officiating in one of Chile's most significant football rivalries. Fans and analysts can now review the exact reasoning behind the crucial penalty decision that impacted the outcome of the Superclásico.