Lucas Novelli Sanz
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
| Born |
May 15, 1986 Tandil, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic | |||
| Years | League | Role | |
| Argentine Primera División | Referee | ||
| International | |||
| Years | League | Role | |
| 2021– | FIFA / IFAB (VAR certified) | Video Assistant Referee (VAR) | |
Lucas Ariel Novelli Sanz (born 15 May 1986) is an Argentine football referee and Video Assistant Referee (VAR). He officiates matches organized by the Argentin Football Association (AFA) and has served as a VAR official in international competitions following certification by FIFA and the International Football Association Board (IFAB).[1][2]
Novelli Sanz is from Tandil, in Buenos Aires Province. In interviews, he has stated that his interest in refereeing was influenced by his family environment and early exposure to local football. Before becoming a full-time referee, he worked outside professional football while progressing through the officiating ranks.[3]
Refereeing career
Novelli Sanz began refereeing in regional competitions before advancing through the AFA system and later officiating matches in Argentina's professional divisions, including the Primera División.[3]
He has spoken publicly about the implementation of VAR in Argentine football, describing it as a technological support tool that assists referees while maintaining the authority of on-field officials.[4]