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Wolfsburg's Wimmer calls for VAR: Players' health at risk!
VfL Wolfsburg wins 3-1 against Heidenheim. Patrick Wimmer criticizes referee decisions and calls for VAR intervention.
Wolfsburg's Wimmer calls for VAR: Players' health at risk!
Football is once again making headlines, and this time the focus is on VfL Wolfsburg. On today's match day, the team beat Heidenheim 3-1. But despite the victory, Patrick Wimmer, who was fouled by Heidenheim's goalkeeper Diant Ramaj in the 5th minute, is left with an uneasy feeling. In the end, Ramaj was only punished with a yellow card for his careless entry, which Wimmer finds extremely unfair and expresses his concerns about safety in football. “I’m worried about my health,” he said out loud Picture have said. Wimmer demands that the VAR should intervene more in such situations.
The VAR, which stands for Video Assistant Referee, aims to make football fairer. According to that Bundesliga portal He is only allowed to take action in certain cases, such as goals, penalty decisions or direct red cards. The VAR repeatedly points out the importance of precise decisions that can influence the game. After assessing the situation, referee Daniel Schlager could possibly have decided on a red card for Ramaj.
Suspension for rough play
His recent concerns about safety could soon become even more of a concern for Wimmer, and not just because of the refereeing decisions. The player has been suspended for two championship games due to a previous incident that occurred on October 20, 2024 in a game against Werder Bremen. In that encounter, Wimmer was sent off for rough play, barring him from taking part in current and upcoming games. This reports that DFB portal.
With Joakim Maehle, another important regular in the defensive line, currently out due to muscular problems, it is an immense challenge for Wolfsburg to keep the defense stable. However, he should be fit again by the next home game against Mainz, which is good news for the team.
What's next?
The coming games will show how Wolfsburg can do without Wimmer. The close connection to VAR technology could be the key to clarifying controversial situations, because for Wimmer and his teammates every decision on the pitch counts. At a time when discussions about refereeing and player protection are increasing, it remains to be seen to what extent VAR will play a role in the future and whether referees will be warned in similar situations.
Another explosive topic that accompanies football is the fundamental debate about behavior on the pitch. Wimmer, who raises his voice loudly, could become a mouthpiece for many players who want more protection and fairness. This could also increase the pressure on referees to make decisions more fairly and to ensure the safety of the players.