UEFA's chief refereeing
officer Pierluigi Collina said Tuesday that European soccer's
governing body is set to approve the use of goal-line technology
(GLT) at a meeting of its executive on Friday after the match
officials gave their blessing.
GLT is used in situations when it is difficult to tell
whether the ball has crossed the line and a goal should be
awarded.
Italy's top flight, Serie A, has used it this season and
it has helped get some tough calls right.
"Over a year ago, (UEFA Chief Michel) Platini proposed the
possibility of using goal-line technology alongside the referee
assistants, while considering the opinion of the referees'
committee," said Collina.
"We are confident that the executive will take the
decision now, with Euro 2016 coming, we think it's a good
opportunity to introduce it at an important tournament".
GLT could then be used in the Champions League and the
Europa League next season.
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