Tottenham’s equaliser in the first half against Chelsea ended up not being decisive as the Blues went on to win 5-2 but the controversial goal was still a talking point after the match.
Chelsea goalkeeper Hannah Hampton was judged to have failed to keep out a mishit pass from Spurs’ Amanda Nilden.
As the ball was sailing high towards the goal, Hampton had to jump to palm the ball down onto the goalline but the assistant referee raised his flag and a goal was awarded – much to the dismay of Hampton, who picked up a yellow card for her protests.
Goalline technology is not available in the WSL – only the Premier League and Championship use goalline technology throughout the season in England.
Chelsea boss Sonia Bompastor told Sky Sports that she believes referees need more help from technology.
“From where I was watching the game it’s difficult to say if ball was in or out. I just feel like if the technology is in the men’s game why don’t we have the same?
“If we want to look professional we just have to have the same thing as the men’s game.”
Tottenham boss Robert Vilahamn told Sky Sports he only wanted more technology if it brought minimal disruption to games.
“VAR, goalline technology – if we can get everything right and don’t lose momentum of the game bring it, but make sure we don’t disrupt games too much.
“Goalline technology is a good thing, a quick decision so why not.”
Former England midfielder Fara William, speaking on the Women’s Football Show, said she “would welcome” goalline technology, adding: “For moment’s like this it’s important we have it.”
