# Brazilian football refereeing and VAR modernization

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/brazilian-football-refereeing-and-var-modernization
> Updated: 2026-10-31T03:56:45.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Regional football federations in Brazil are expanding the use and professionalization of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology and officiating training. 

The Paraense Football Federation (FPF) implemented VAR for the first time in the Série A3 of the Campeonato Paraense, utilizing a technical setup of five high-definition cameras and specialized staff to improve officiating precision. 

In Mato Grosso, the Mato Grosso Football Federation (FMF) is investing in referee qualification to support its competition calendar, including the establishment of the Mato Grosso School of Football Refereeing (EMTAF) and plans to certify 18 VAR professionals. Additionally, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) promoted referee Flávio Gomes Barroca to the Avar Master category, the highest classification for video officiating within the organization.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-31: Brazilian football associations expand referee training and VAR roles

The Mato Grosso Football Federation is expanding referee training and VAR certification, while Flávio Barroca has been promoted to the highest VAR category by the CBF.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-football-associations-expand-referee-training-and-var-roles

### 2026-10-09: Paraense Football Federation introduces VAR to Série A3

The Paraense Football Federation has introduced VAR technology to the Série A3 of the Campeonato Paraense for the first time, debuting in Castanhal to modernize officiating.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paraense-football-federation-introduces-var-to-srie-a3

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