The controversy over the use of VAR continues to be at the center of the sports debate, rekindled by Napoli coach Antonio Conte's comments regarding refereeing. Responding during the Liedholm Award ceremony was Inter president Beppe Marotta, who commented in a measured but firm tone: "Conte is an intelligent person and a great communicator; he has a clear objective when he speaks. The referee was close to the action, there was contact between Anguissa and Dumfries, the foot was moved: for me, that was a penalty."
Marotta added that technology, if used correctly, helps reduce errors: "I believe VAR improves the situation by limiting mistakes. It's right to debate a more effective protocol, but always with a constructive approach that helps the football system." There was also a response to Paolo Scaroni, president of the Milan, who on the occasion of the celebrations for the 125th anniversary of the Rossoneri club had declared Milan “the only team in Milan”.
With a smile, Marotta replied: "It depends on your point of view... If Milan is the only team in Milan, perhaps we represent something even better. I don't want to start a controversy—Paolo is a friend—and everyone supports their own club as the best. I hope Milan earns its second star as soon as possible." And with a touch of irony he concluded by pointing to his tie: "My tie has two stars. I hope Milan can soon have two too."
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