Lima Alliance suffered a heavy defeat against Atlético Mineiro 1-0 and had no chance to qualify for the round of 16 Libertadores Cup 2023. In that game, the referee sanctioned a penalty kick in favor of the familiar due to a hand gesture by a defender of the Brazilian team. However, the VAR annulled the maximum penalty for a millimeter offside from Hernán Barcos in the previous play.
After that, Conmebol released the audio recording of the review of this controversial action. It can be heard in the video that the referees responsible for handling this technology confirm that Mineiro’s player hand existed, but warned that the “Pirata” was in an advanced position when Jairo Concha launched a long pass.
Conmebol also released the VAR audio of the controversial hand in front of Mineiro’s goal
In addition, Conmebol also revealed the VAR audio tone to the piece ahead of both games Atlético Mineiroin which the ball bounced into the hand after a corner kick in favor of a Brazilian defender Lima Alliance.
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The referees reviewing the action pointed out that the French team player’s hand was close to the body and in a natural position so it was not an offence.
How many points does Alianza Lima have in the Copa Libertadores?
Lima Alliance has 4 points and is last in Group G of the Libertadores Cup 2023. The Blue and Whites meet Athletico Paranaense as visitors on the final day of this leg of the continental tournament.