CBF to use semi-automated offside from round 20 of Brasileirão | OneFootball

How does semi-automated offside work?

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) announced this Tuesday (21) the date when semi-automated offside technology will begin to be used in the Brasileirão. Thus, the new technology will be used starting from the 20th round of the championship, this Saturday (25) and Sunday (26).

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Semi-automated offside technology has been installed in the 20 stadiums designated by the clubs in the Brasileirão Série A, including Arena Barueri, managed by Palmeiras. The initial plan was to start the Brasileirão with the tool, but its rollout had to be postponed due to the need to visit the venues.

What is semi-automated offside?

It is worth noting that semi-automated VAR is a technology that uses around 30 cell phones to track players’ positions and assist in offside decisions. As a result, decisions are faster and more accurate.

That way, the expectation is that the new technology will reduce refereeing controversies in the Brazilian Championship. Finally, it is important to note that semi-automated offside has already been used in competitions such as the World Cup, the Champions League, and the Club World Cup.

Did the CBF test semi-automated offside?

The CBF tested semi-automated offside in recent weeks in youth matches and also in Brasileirão Série A. In the 19th round of the national championship, for example, Fluminense vs. Bragantino and Mirassol vs. Grêmio featured the new technology.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

Still without the use of semi-automated offside, Flamengo return to the field this Wednesday (22) to face Chapecoense in the 19th round of the Brasileirão. The match kicks off at 9:30 p.m. (Brasília time), at Arena Condá, in Santa Catarina.

As usual, Coluna do Fla brings you all the details about Flamengo in the 2026 season. So, stay tuned to the website, social media, and YouTube. In addition, Globo (subscription channel) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the match against Chapecoense.

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