Conte opens fire on video technology

Napoli coach Antonio Conte appeared in press statements after the 1-1 draw against Inter in the 12th round of the Italian League.

The coach said about the video assistant referee After the penalty kick awarded to Inter, which Hakan missed: “Video technology is a wonderful tool, but it must be used honestly or it will start to create bad ideas.”

He added: “What? That means, VAR can't intervene if there's a foul. Can they only intervene when it suits them? A decision from the referee like that can turn the match around and VAR can't do anything about it?

He added: “Either the video technology is there to correct errors or it is not. If there is an error, you must intervene. What does this even mean? It makes me angry.” Really, but it angers all the coaches. He should intervene if there is a mistake.”

He noted: “Logically, if there is a video assistant referee, it should be used to correct it.” Fouls or showing situations that the referee did not see. If it was an obvious foul, and it was, why was Mariani allowed to do just that?

He continued: “We started very well. With the VAR, but now things have gone off the rails and they haven't intervened. He called the referee, he can even confirm the decision if he wants, but he has to see it again. I would say that to us and the opponent."

He stressed: “I feel more comfortable if the VAR can always intervene to correct the referee, and not leave it to the referee, otherwise trust me he will start creating bad ideas. Trust me, this is a great tool if it is used in a clear and honest way.” “.

He continued: “I said that we would not come here just to be training partners against the strongest team in the Italian League, so it was important for us to confront them with strength and character.” And accepting duels all over the field.”

He added: “In this regard, I am very satisfied. Playing here was not easy, we all know that we are improving and working hard, otherwise you would not have come to San Siro twice and also against Juventus without defeat.”

He concluded: “It was The players proved themselves, although of course we could have done a lot more in terms of quality today. There were a lot of mistakes, a lot of technical mistakes, but I'm sure there will be more improvements."