- A masked fan disrupted a German second-division football match by unplugging the video assistant referee (VAR) monitor during a penalty decision.
- The incident occurred during the game between Preussen Muenster and Hertha Berlin on Sunday, with the fan wearing white overalls and a ski mask.
- Despite the disruption, the VAR decision ultimately went against the home side, leading to Hertha scoring the penalty and winning the match 2-1.
- Preussen Muenster condemned the act, stating it was likely a planned protest against VAR, a sentiment supported by a fan banner reading “Pull the plug on VAR”.
- Muenster captain Jorrit Hendrix surprisingly voiced approval of the fan's actions, highlighting the ongoing controversy and fan frustration surrounding VAR in German football.
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