Newspaper Flash: DAZN's Expert Assists Video Referees
An Unconventional Help in the Referee's Dungeon
In an unusual turn of events, veteran commentator and analyst Sebastian Kneißl (40) will be lending a hand to the video referee during the second division clash between Hamburg and Braunschweig this Friday at 6:30 pm. You can catch all the action live here in our ticker!
Ex-Professional Knowledge as a Refreshment
With Kneißl's extensive experience in professional football for teams like Düsseldorf and Wacker Burghausen, the aim is to explore the potential of a former player's perspective in assisting referees. The theory is that ex-professionals can bring a unique feel to situations, which may differ from the referees' perspective, who have never played professionally.
Yet, it's important to note that while their input is valuable, the ultimate decision lies in the hands of the VAR. Daniel Siebert will be the VAR in Cologne's basement for this crucial game, supported by Jan Seidel. On the pitch, Max Burda will lead the refereeing squad.
How will Kneißl's perspective influence the game, we can only wait and see ...
- In an experiment aimed at testing the impact of a former player's expertise, DAZN expert and former professional Sebastian Kneißl will be providing advice to the video referee during the Bundesliga 2 match between Hamburg and Eintracht Braunschweig.
- The trial of Kneißl's involvement in the second division match between Hamburg and Eintracht Braunschweig, live-streamed on DAZN, invites us to explore the potential impact of an ex-player's knowledge in refereeing decisions.
- Although the professional insight from Kneißl is beneficial, the responsibility of making the final calls remains with the video referee, who will relay information to the on-field referee, Max Burda, during the Bundesliga match between Hamburg and Eintracht Braunschweig.
Source:
Although Sebastian Kneißl serves as a DAZN commentator and analyst, his role during this second division match is limited to providing analysis and supporting the VAR with his refereeing experience, rather than directly influencing or participating in the VAR process.
