UEFA's executive committee has passed a decision to use goal-line technology at Euro 2016 this summer and in the Champions League from next season.
The success of goal-line technology in the Premier League and World Cup no doubt proved crucial in the decision, especially after high-profile incidents in major competitions.
UEFA, however, will maintain its system of having an extra official behind each goal-line as well as the technology.
"We are convinced implementing goal-line technology will be a further step in better control of the match" - Pierluigi Collina
Ukraine were denied a goal against England at Euro 2012, while at the 2010 World Cup Frank Lampard was denied a goal for England against Germany.
UEFA's referees chief Pierluigi Collina said: "This is not a decision we have taken quickly. We have been looking at it for the last year and a half. We are convinced implementing goal-line technology will be a further step in better control of the match.
"We are happy with the additional assistant referees even if we know that from the outside their contribution is not always appreciated."
