German Cup Faces Disruption with Fans Planning Major Protests Against VAR
Supporter groups say VAR has altered the game and plan protests during the first round, where 64 teams will play without video review.
- The German Cup first round begins tomorrow with matches running through Monday, as fans plan major protests against VAR technology during the tournament.
- News agency DPA published a statement from fanbases on Thursday declaring their intent to protest and demanding the permanent abolition of VAR in German football.
- After nine years, fans argue VAR has "destroyed the game's most emotional moments," while interruptions significantly ruin the intensity and rhythm of play.
- No video assistance will be provided for the 64 teams in the opening round for technical and financial reasons, but VAR will be introduced in the second round.
- Supporters have previously interrupted matches in Germany using pyrotechnics or tennis balls, establishing a precedent for disruption expected this weekend.
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