A masked supporter unplugged a pitchside VAR monitor during Magdeburg's 2. Bundesliga match against Hamburg on Sunday. The incident occurred as referee Patrick Schwengers attempted to review a penalty decision for the home side. According to Sky Sport Germany, the individual reached over the advertising boards to disconnect the power supply as the official approached the screen.
Security personnel eventually detained the person following a brief pursuit. The disruption caused a short delay to proceedings before technical staff restored power to the equipment. After completing the review, Schwengers upheld his original decision and awarded Magdeburg a penalty, per reports from Kicker.
Philipp Hercher converted the spot kick to give the hosts a 2-1 lead in the 81st minute. The match concluded as a 2-2 draw after Hamburg equalised in stoppage time. Magdeburg officials confirmed they are investigating the security breach. The German Football Association is expected to review the referee's report regarding the interference, according to Der Spiegel.
