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Can the referee overrule?

Can VAR overrule a referee? No. The final decision is always taken by the on-field referee.

Do refs get punished?

While officials do not get punished for a single bad call, a history of good calls is part of the decision making process for getting special work like the All-star game, playoffs, and Finals. Also, a history of poor calls could lead to work issues including firing.

Can a referees decision be overturned?

If the VARs view does not back up the on-field referees view, the VAR can recommend the decision is overturned. The referee can either stand by their original decision or go to the Referee Review Area - the monitor at the side of the pitch - to have another look.

Can the referee overrule the assistant referee?

The referee is the sole arbiter of the Laws during the match. Assistants calls and judgements are considered to be advisory and can be overruled by the referee.

Can a referee change their mind?

In short yes. The referee may only be able to change their decision if they realize that the original decision was incorrect or on the advice of his assistants referees during the game. Another way that the referee can change a decision is via the assistant referee or through the controlling VAR referee.

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