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VOK-REF 05 supports Michel Platini and 5-person refereeing

2009-07-08

FIFA, in accordance with UEFA, have decided to follow 5-referee tests during next season's European League.

Two additional referees
As well as thefield referee and the two linesmen, during matches two judges will also officiate each of the two penalty boxes. These additional referees are to monitor what happens in penalty boxes, such as fouls or inadmissible behaviour.
They will all be using ADEUNIS RF wireless communication systems. These are essential elements, since they will be the only links allowing the 5 of them to remain in constant contact.

Very positive results from the 1st tests
It was tested in under-19s European Championship qualifying tournaments in Cyprus, and was a great success.
"This is excellent. It will make our lives easier by greatly reducing the numbers of mistakes made" , commented Saïd Enjimi
The two additional referees will be able to give real time information required for making a quick and fair decision, using earphones.

Used since 2005 by professional referees during major football, rugby and handball events, the ADEUNIS RF wireless audio communication system has became an essential tool for high-level refereeing. It has become even more so, through this new project.

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