# VAR controversy in Greek Super League

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/var-controversy-in-greek-super-league
> Updated: 2026-09-20T19:16:00.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 2.

PAOK coach Alessio Lisi criticized officiating and Video Assistant Referee (VAR) decisions following a 3-1 defeat against Panathinaikos in the Super League. Lisi expressed frustration over the failure of VAR to intervene during a controversial phase involving player Ndiaye, arguing that a clear penalty should have been awarded. He described the inconsistency of VAR interventions as “unbelievable” and suggested that officiating issues were linked to the club’s recent European exclusion.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-20: Maurizio Sarri criticizes VAR use amid Napoli transfer tensions

Atalanta's Maurizio Sarri calls for the abolition of VAR after a controversial non-call, while Napoli faces instability due to Allegri's dissatisfaction with transfer signings and player unrest.

11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/maurizio-sarri-criticizes-var-after-atalanta-loss-to-juventus

### 2026-09-06: Alessio Lisi criticizes VAR after PAOK loss to Panathinaikos

PAOK coach Alessio Lisi criticized VAR officiating following a 3-1 loss to Panathinaikos, citing a missed clear penalty in the Ndiaye incident.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alessio-lisi-criticizes-var-after-paok-loss-to-panathinaikos

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