VAR

Premier League to explain VAR decisions on social media during matches

The Premier League hopes to reduce frustration with the VAR system with the launch of a social media account that will provide near real-time updates and explanations regarding officiating and operational decisions for every match.

Premier League clubs vote to retain VAR

"While VAR produces more accurate decision making, it was agreed that improvements should be made for the benefit of the game and supporters," said a statement issued by English football's top flight.

Klopp says he would vote to scrap VAR

The Premier League will facilitate a discussion on VAR with clubs at next month's AGM after Wolverhampton Wanderers submitted a resolution, citing the "negative consequences that damage the relationship between fans and football".

Premier League clubs to vote on scrapping VAR

Premier League clubs will be given the chance to scrap VAR from next season when they vote on the controversial review system at their annual general meeting next month.

VAR has damaged Premier League, says Pochettino after Chelsea drama

"The referee is unbelievable and it's ridiculous. It is difficult to accept," Pochettino said.

Laporta wants Clasico replay if Yamal 'ghost goal' call wrong

Laporta demanded the Spanish football federation and the refereeing committee send Barcelona all footage of the incident and audio recordings of the officials' conversations.

Premier League to introduce semi-automated offside technology

"The technology will provide quicker and consistent placement of the virtual offside line, based on optical player tracking, and will produce high-quality broadcast graphics to ensure an enhanced in-stadium and broadcast experience for supporters," a Premier League statement said.

Xavi cries foul after Real’s ‘remontada’

Like Xavi, Almeria coach Garitano refrained himself from dissecting the refereeing decisions.

VAR frustrates Emery as Villa miss chance to top Premier League

Aston Villa missed the chance to go top of the Premier League, with manager Unai Emery proclaiming VAR was "too much" after Nicolo Zaniolo's late goal salvaged a 1-1 draw at home to struggling Sheffield United on Friday.

August 14, 2024
August 14, 2024

Premier League to explain VAR decisions on social media during matches

The Premier League hopes to reduce frustration with the VAR system with the launch of a social media account that will provide near real-time updates and explanations regarding officiating and operational decisions for every match.

June 6, 2024
June 6, 2024

Premier League clubs vote to retain VAR

"While VAR produces more accurate decision making, it was agreed that improvements should be made for the benefit of the game and supporters," said a statement issued by English football's top flight.

May 17, 2024
May 17, 2024

Klopp says he would vote to scrap VAR

The Premier League will facilitate a discussion on VAR with clubs at next month's AGM after Wolverhampton Wanderers submitted a resolution, citing the "negative consequences that damage the relationship between fans and football".

May 16, 2024
May 16, 2024

Premier League clubs to vote on scrapping VAR

Premier League clubs will be given the chance to scrap VAR from next season when they vote on the controversial review system at their annual general meeting next month.

April 28, 2024
April 28, 2024

VAR has damaged Premier League, says Pochettino after Chelsea drama

"The referee is unbelievable and it's ridiculous. It is difficult to accept," Pochettino said.

April 22, 2024
April 22, 2024

Laporta wants Clasico replay if Yamal 'ghost goal' call wrong

Laporta demanded the Spanish football federation and the refereeing committee send Barcelona all footage of the incident and audio recordings of the officials' conversations.

April 11, 2024
April 11, 2024

Premier League to introduce semi-automated offside technology

"The technology will provide quicker and consistent placement of the virtual offside line, based on optical player tracking, and will produce high-quality broadcast graphics to ensure an enhanced in-stadium and broadcast experience for supporters," a Premier League statement said.

January 22, 2024
January 22, 2024

Xavi cries foul after Real’s ‘remontada’

Like Xavi, Almeria coach Garitano refrained himself from dissecting the refereeing decisions.

December 23, 2023
December 23, 2023

VAR frustrates Emery as Villa miss chance to top Premier League

Aston Villa missed the chance to go top of the Premier League, with manager Unai Emery proclaiming VAR was "too much" after Nicolo Zaniolo's late goal salvaged a 1-1 draw at home to struggling Sheffield United on Friday.

November 30, 2023
November 30, 2023

VAR for disputed PSG penalty against Newcastle stood down by UEFA

His replacement comes after Kylian Mbappe scored a penalty eight minutes into injury time to earn PSG a point against Newcastle in Paris on Tuesday