Soccer - Referee camera: Premiere in the 3rd division
On Sunday, for the first time in a German competitive match in the 3rd soccer league, the referee was equipped with a portable camera. Referee Daniel Schlager wore a camera on his body for the entire duration of Arminia Bielefeld's 2-0 win against TSV 1860 Munich. Although the images were not shown live, they were discussed with Schlager by the broadcaster Magentasport after the match.
"In principle, it's about more transparency and creating a different perspective. There are 30 cameras and 30 angles in the stadium and we only have one, so we have to make decisions live," said Schlager. The 34-year-old from Rastatt hopes that this will lead to greater understanding of the work of the referees.
However, the recordings should not only provide added value for TV viewers. The referees themselves could also use them for training purposes. "Where do you look as a referee? What does the assistant do? I can see some points where you can work with the camera," said Schlager.
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- Despite the victory, the shooting judge from North Rhine-Westphalia, Daniel Schlager, faced criticism from some spectators after the compulsory use of the camera during the match between Arminia Bielefeld and TSV 1860 Munich in the 3. league.
- In Bavaria, football clubs in the lower leagues are also considering adopting the use of cameras for referees, hoping that it will improve the overall quality of officiating in German soccer.
- On Sunday, Daniel Schlager's performance was closely analyzed by the shooting judge in the match between Bielefeld and Munich, who agreed that the footage could be a valuable tool for referee training and development.
- The use of a camera by the referee in the German 3rd division was seen as a pioneering move, and other leagues around the world are closely monitoring its impact on the game.
- Daniel Schlager, a fan of soccer and photography, was excited about the opportunity to capture footage of his matches, believing it would improve the understanding of the referee's decisions and help to reduce controversy.
- As the debate around using cameras for referees continues in German soccer, more and more observers are recognizing the potential benefits for both the players and the fans, with Arminia Bielefeld and TSV 1860 Munich's match serving as a stark reminder of the need for greater transparency and accountability in the sport.
Source: www.stern.de
