video referee

noun

1. rugby an additional referee during a televised game who is able to examine video playback to determine whether or not a try has been legitimately scored

Example Sentences

The try was not awarded on field for a toe in touch, but video referee Marcus Griffiths awarded a penalty try for Joe Burgess’ high tackle on the winger.

From BBC

Earlier this month, Nottingham Forest put out an inflammatory statement, questioning the integrity of a match official, after being denied what it perceived to be three clear penalty shouts overlooked by the video referee.

From Seattle Times

PRO managers who have been certified for VAR in the past will be available for video referee work.

From Seattle Times

The player angrily pulled his hand away and gestured for the video referee before players from both sides jumped in.

From Seattle Times

Arteta had described the video referee assistant's decision to award Anthony Gordon's winning goal at St James' Park "embarrassing" and "a disgrace".

From BBC