Vodafone 5G: Fan-Assistant Refereeing (FAR) allows fans to replay live actions and aid the referee

Vodafone, a British telecommunications operator, has launched "Fan-Assistant Refereeing" (FAR), a 5G technology that allows fans to intervene, live, as an assistant referee during a match via a video review system on 05/11/2019.

"FAR" was launched for Woolpack Wanderers - Garrison Gunners (4-3) a match counting for the Isles of Scilly Football League "the world's smallest football league" which only includes two clubs.

"Showcasing the benefits of Vodafone 5G, the FAR system put supporters across the island at the heart of the game. Equipped with Samsung S10 5G handsets, fans were able to review incidents just after they happened. And instead of catching up on the ref's decisions after the game, supporters on the main island of St Mary's were able to have their own say on several fouls, a disputed goal, and two contested penalties as the game was being played," explained Vodafone.

• "The huge capacity, faster speeds, and quick response times of Vodafone's 5G service are a great way to bring supporters unable to attend a match closer to the action.

• Not only does 5G offer a…