The Definitive Angle is PRO’s analysis of the week’s Video Review use in NWSL.
Week 17 overview
There was one Video Review during Week 17.
POR vs KC: Red card (serious foul play)
Outcome: After review, KC #24 [Gabrielle Robinson] committed a serious foul play offense on Portland #19 [Pietra Tordin].
The final decision was a red card for serious foul play.
Length of review: 2:57
PRO’s opinion: Tordin (POR) was fouled from behind by Robinson (KC) and the referee awarded a direct free kick. The VAR analyzed the available angles and determined that the point of contact was on the attacker’s Achilles and recommended a video review for serious foul play. The referee was correct to issue a red card after video review.
Please note: These videos do not contain audio. They are a recording of the screen as viewed by the VAR in real-time.

