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New semi-automated VAR system is seen for the first time in Chelsea's Champions League defeat by Dinamo Zagreb as Ben Chilwell is picked up in an offside position... leading to Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's strike being disallowed

New semi-automated VAR system was used for first time on Tuesday night to deny Chelsea a second-half equaliser against Dinamo Zagreb.

Ben Chilwell was spotted in offside position before he crossed for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to slot the ball the ball home at the far post.

However, the referee's assistant flagged for offside and the decision was confirmed by the new technology.

Official graphic which confirmed the offside decision by the new semi-automated VAR system

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