AIA President Antonio Zappi insists VAR ‘correctly overturned’ a penalty kick for Roma against Atalanta, acting ‘in full compliance with the protocol.’
Roma coach Ranieri raged at VAR and the referee last night after a 2-1 loss against Atalanta, in a massive match in the race for the top four.
Roma were awarded a penalty kick in the second half for a Mario Pasalic foul on Manu Koné, but referee Simone Sozza changed his mind after an on-field review.
“[Referee designator] Rocchi confirmed to me that the technical assessment was valid. It was not a penalty kick, and it was correctly overturned,” AIA President Zappi told ANSA.
“The VAR intervened in full compliance with the protocol, correcting a clear and decisive error. It was not a penalty. Pasalic made a move, but the Roma player collided with the opponent due to his momentum.”
The President of the Italian Referee Association also commented on Ranieri’s words: “Ranieri is a coach who has always been respected for his fairness, composure, and sporting culture. ”
“We are sincerely sorry for his statements.”
Roma had not lost a Serie A match since December 15.
When Ranieri was appointed in November, they were just four points above the relegation zone, but they managed to climb the table in the second part of the campaign and are now sixth in the Serie A table, just one point below fourth-placed Juventus and Lazio.
I don’t think that there is any other coach in the world of football that openly asks for a non existing penalty so he can cheat and steal a victory. Only a Roma fan coach would do that. One loss and his true colours are revealed. He is worse even than Mourinho…
It was a clear dive and a clear refereeing error. Therefore, the protocol was applied correctly. If Ranieri thinks otherwise, then he’s gone mad. I used to like Ranieri but I feel differently now.
giardini di marzo an non existing penalty?? Well that’s your opinion or maybe you were watching another game.
Stephen I watched the game and yes, it is a non-existent penalty. Referee’s only mistake is awarding a direct PK decision without consulting the VAR first. If he does the opposite, we will not have this discussion.
Sammie your wrong. That was a cunning trick foul made by the defender using his knee. Kone is not a diver. I know what I am saying I used to play football too.
@Stephen. Are you Stephen Ireland? Or Stephen Gerrard maybe?
“You used to play football too”… Yes, you’re the only one who plays football. Idiot*c.
Mo Saah there’s no need to be insolent. We have different views about this situation. However I didn’t think that the word respect exists in your dictionary