Tue. Mar 17th, 2026

Gravina: “Unbearable Climate” for Referees, Open Var Future Under Review

During the presentation ceremony for the Bearzot Award, which was conferred upon Cesc Fabregas, the FIGC president expressed his strong disapproval of the current environment surrounding match officials, labeling it “unbearable.” He also indicated that the federation would “reflect” on the future of the Open Var system. Furthermore, Gravina took the opportunity to commend the Spanish coach, describing him as “apparently divisive, very direct, and courageous in pursuing his ideas.” Gravina concluded by personally expressing his appreciation for Fabregas’s approach.

By Jasper Carew

Jasper Carew is a sports columnist from Manchester with 12 years of media experience. He started his career covering local football matches, gradually expanding his expertise to NBA and Formula 1. His analytical pieces are known for deep understanding of motorsport technical aspects and basketball statistics.

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