French football has been authorized by Fifa to experiment with sound systems for referees. The first tests should be carried out during the D1 Arkema playoffs in May.
The microphones would only be connected for the most contentious actions, when the referee reviews them. For our part, we are in favor of a permanent sound system. But Fifa is moving forward step by step (… before expanding to other events. » Regarding L1, this system could see the light of day next season. The sound system would be equal to that implemented during the U20 World Cup in Argentina.