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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
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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 striker's celebrations were cut short just after half-time after the assistant referee raised his flag.
Offside decision on Tuesday night was confirmed by the new semi-automated VAR system