Premier League has seen four VAR errors already, admits referees’ chief Mike Riley
5 years, 4 months ago

Premier League has seen four VAR errors already, admits referees’ chief Mike Riley

The Independent  

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Arsenal vs Man United: Why is there no VAR in the FA Cup third round?
4 days ago

Arsenal vs Man United: Why is there no VAR in the FA Cup third round?

The Hindu  

Gabriel Martinelli’s 18th minute goal being ruled out in the Arsenal vs Manchester United FA Cup fixture underlined the absence of Video Assisted Referee in the tournament. In the third round fixture between Arsenal and Manchester United at the Emirates Stadium, Martinelli scored in the 18th minute but the linesman immediately raised his flag to signal off side. ‘Video Assistant …

Referees to explain VAR decisions to stadium in League Cup semis
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Referees to explain VAR decisions to stadium in League Cup semis

The Hindu  

Referees will explain VAR decisions to the crowd in a trial measure to be implemented in the League Cup semifinal matches next week, the English Football League said on Monday. As part of the trial, referees will use the stadium public address system to announce the final decision following a visit to the VAR pitchside monitor, or after decisions made …

Major change made to VAR process for Carabao Cup semi-finals
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Major change made to VAR process for Carabao Cup semi-finals

The Independent  

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Scottish FA criticise VAR for performance in Old Firm League Cup final clash
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Scottish FA criticise VAR for performance in Old Firm League Cup final clash

The Independent  

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Howard Webb admits VAR was WRONG to send David Coote to pitchside monitor over West Ham's winning penalty against Man United in game that got Erik ten Hag sacked - as referee chief urges officials to
2 months ago

Howard Webb admits VAR was WRONG to send David Coote to pitchside monitor over West Ham's winning penalty against Man United in game that got Erik ten Hag sacked - as referee chief urges officials to

Daily Mail  

Referees' chief Howard Webb has accepted that the VAR should not have sent David Coote to the pitchside monitor over a decision whether to award West Ham a penalty in their match against Manchester United. Howard Webb has admitted that VAR made a mistake in sending David Coote to the pitchside monitor regarding a decision over whether to award West …

Erik ten Hag angry with VAR for ‘interfering’ as West Ham penalty wounds Man Utd
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Erik ten Hag angry with VAR for ‘interfering’ as West Ham penalty wounds Man Utd

The Independent  

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VAR controversially disallows Aston Villa's opener against Bournemouth - as the Premier League claim 'factual evidence' proves the decision was correct
2 months, 3 weeks ago

VAR controversially disallows Aston Villa's opener against Bournemouth - as the Premier League claim 'factual evidence' proves the decision was correct

Daily Mail  

Aston Villa were left outraged by the decision to disallow their goal against Bournemouth after the ball was ruled to have gone out of play in the build up. Former Premier League referee Mike Dean, having initially believed the ball had stayed in play, conceded that it was too close to call. Aston Villa were denied an early lead against …

Referees’ chief Howard Webb believes VAR standards have improved this season
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Referees’ chief Howard Webb believes VAR standards have improved this season

The Independent  

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Nottingham Forest fined £750,000 after FA sought £1m sanction over VAR post
3 months ago

Nottingham Forest fined £750,000 after FA sought £1m sanction over VAR post

The Independent  

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Nottingham Forest fined after criticising VAR Stuart Attwell on social media
3 months ago

Nottingham Forest fined after criticising VAR Stuart Attwell on social media

The Independent  

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Bristol City boss wants VAR in the Championship after controversial Swansea goal is allowed to stand
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Bristol City boss wants VAR in the Championship after controversial Swansea goal is allowed to stand

Daily Mail  

Bristol City manager Liam Manning has called on the EFL to introduce Video Assistant Referees into the Championship. Manning made the plea after seeing his team concede a controversial goal during Sunday's 1-1 draw away at Swansea City. Ben Cabango tapped home at the far post from an Eom Ji-sung corner kick in the 15th minute after Swansea forward Ronald …

Leicester challenge Premier League over VAR process which allowed Jean-Philippe Mateta's opener in draw with Crystal Palace - with Foxes unconvinced that the correct image was used
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Leicester challenge Premier League over VAR process which allowed Jean-Philippe Mateta's opener in draw with Crystal Palace - with Foxes unconvinced that the correct image was used

Daily Mail  

Palace star Mateta was initially ruled offside before a VAR check ruled him on Leicester have sought clarification from the Premier League amid their doubts over the VAR process that saw them concede their opening goal in last Saturday's draw with Crystal Palace. On the X account of the Premier League Match Centre, which the governing body is using this …

Premier League issues plan to improve VAR ahead of new season
5 months ago

Premier League issues plan to improve VAR ahead of new season

The Independent  

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Former Premier League referee Jon Moss appointed as Scottish FA’s new VAR manager
5 months, 1 week ago

Former Premier League referee Jon Moss appointed as Scottish FA’s new VAR manager

The Independent  

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Denmark rulings show how video review at Euro 2024 moved on far from FIFA’s original vision for VAR
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Denmark rulings show how video review at Euro 2024 moved on far from FIFA’s original vision for VAR

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — Video review of soccer referees’ decisions is testing the patience and faith of coaches, players and fans at the European Championship — as it has all season in club games. Referees also can often seem to be remotely controlled, going against FIFA’s pledge in 2016: “Never lose the authority of referees, never take it out.” “Michael Oliver …

Euro 2024: Technical explanation of VAR decision will be shown on screens
7 months ago

Euro 2024: Technical explanation of VAR decision will be shown on screens

Firstpost  

One of the various criticisms of VAR technology since its widespread introduction has been the difficulty match-going fans have in understanding why certain decisions are made. Officials are working towards making fans understand VAR's decision in a better way during Euro 2024. AP Fans at Euro 2024 will be given more detailed information on video-assisted refereeing decisions than before, organisers …

Premier League Clubs Vote to Retain VAR at Annual General Meeting
7 months, 1 week ago

Premier League Clubs Vote to Retain VAR at Annual General Meeting

News 18  

English Premier League clubs voted on Thursday in favour of continuing to use the Video Assistant Referee system next season. Although the statement did not contain figures for the ballot, held at the Premier League’s annual general meeting, the BBC reported that 19 of the division’s 20 clubs had voted to retain the controversial technology. League chiefs also said they …

Premier League clubs vote in favour of continuing VAR, agree that improvements should be made
7 months, 1 week ago

Premier League clubs vote in favour of continuing VAR, agree that improvements should be made

The Hindu  

Premier League clubs have voted in favour of continuing the usage of the Video Assistant Referee, the league confirmed on Thursday. “As part of thorough discussions at the Annual General Meeting, it was agreed that PGMOL, the Premier League and clubs all have important roles to play in improving the system and its reputation,” officials said in a statement. Increasing …

Premier League clubs vote to continue using VAR next season
7 months, 1 week ago

Premier League clubs vote to continue using VAR next season

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — Premier League clubs voted on Thursday to continue using VAR next season after being asked to consider scrapping the technology. The league also said it wanted to maintain a high threshold for VAR intervention and “more robust VAR training to improve consistency, including an emphasis on speed of process while preserving accuracy.” In-stadium announcements will be introduced …

Scrap VAR for all subjective decisions – Harry Maguire
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Scrap VAR for all subjective decisions – Harry Maguire

The Independent  

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Anthony Gordon tells Premier League 'to get rid of VAR or get better', as Newcastle star seethes at denial of penalty from tackle that meant he 'had no sock left'
8 months ago

Anthony Gordon tells Premier League 'to get rid of VAR or get better', as Newcastle star seethes at denial of penalty from tackle that meant he 'had no sock left'

Daily Mail  

Anthony Gordon says he does not understand the point of VAR after it failed to intervene and award Newcastle a penalty at Old Trafford. On the day it was revealed Premier League clubs will vote on whether to bin VAR, Gordon was furious with those in Stockley Park following his side’s 3-2 defeat. Anthony Gordon felt he should have been …

Premier League clubs to discuss a proposal to scrap the use of video review
8 months ago

Premier League clubs to discuss a proposal to scrap the use of video review

Associated Press  

The Premier League’s 20 clubs will discuss a proposal to scrap the use of video review — or VAR — for refereeing decisions. Wolves said the use of VAR has “led to numerous unintended negative consequences that are damaging the relationship between fans and football, and undermining the value of the Premier League brand.” “The decision to table the resolution …

Nottingham Forest issue extraordinary statement accusing Luton-supporting VAR of bias
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Nottingham Forest issue extraordinary statement accusing Luton-supporting VAR of bias

The Independent  

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Nottingham Forest launch bitter attack on referees chiefs over penalty claims
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Nottingham Forest launch bitter attack on referees chiefs over penalty claims

The Independent  

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VAR given two key areas to improve as Premier League chief says it remains ‘nowhere near good enough’
11 months, 1 week ago

VAR given two key areas to improve as Premier League chief says it remains ‘nowhere near good enough’

The Independent  

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Sean Dyche bemoans lack of VAR intervention after Luton beat Everton to progress
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Sean Dyche bemoans lack of VAR intervention after Luton beat Everton to progress

The Independent  

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VAR controversy has to rally us – Vincent Kompany
1 year ago

VAR controversy has to rally us – Vincent Kompany

The Independent  

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Rangers remain frustrated by silence following VAR incident in derby defeat
1 year ago

Rangers remain frustrated by silence following VAR incident in derby defeat

The Independent  

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VAR ‘over-reffed the moment’ – Sean Dyche unhappy with disallowed Everton goal
1 year ago

VAR ‘over-reffed the moment’ – Sean Dyche unhappy with disallowed Everton goal

The Independent  

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Match of the Day host Gary Lineker completes full U-turn on VAR and reveals he feels 'guilty' for advocating the introduction as it is 'spoiling the game'
1 year, 1 month ago

Match of the Day host Gary Lineker completes full U-turn on VAR and reveals he feels 'guilty' for advocating the introduction as it is 'spoiling the game'

Daily Mail  

What it’s like being annihilated and banned THREE times by Fergie – It’s All Kicking Off VAR has been lambasted by the football community after too many mistakes Gary Lineker initially supported the introduction of more technology in football Gary Lineker has completed a full U-turn of his views on VAR and has now revealed he feels 'guilty' for supporting …

Southgate said VAR checks left him bored in Tottenham Hotspur vs Chelsea Premier League game
1 year, 2 months ago

Southgate said VAR checks left him bored in Tottenham Hotspur vs Chelsea Premier League game

The Hindu  

Endless VAR stoppages during Tottenham Hotspur’s chaotic 4-1 home defeat by Chelsea on Monday left watching England manager Gareth Southgate bored, he said on Thursday. The Premier League derby was one of the most extraordinary in the history of the competition, with nine VAR checks, five disallowed goals, two red cards and 21 minutes of stoppage time. “We’re looking for …

Premier League’s slow slide into video review chaos is far removed from FIFA vision for VAR in 2016
1 year, 2 months ago

Premier League’s slow slide into video review chaos is far removed from FIFA vision for VAR in 2016

Associated Press  

Video reviews in soccer were meant to take no more than six seconds. It is likely true Premier League match officials and the protocol they use are the biggest problem, not the VAR system overall which won praise at the last two men’s World Cups. In Zurich seven years ago, FIFA’s director of refereeing Massimo Busacca said it should “not …

Ange Postecoglou appears to aim barb at Arsenal and Mikel Arteta over VAR controversy
1 year, 2 months ago

Ange Postecoglou appears to aim barb at Arsenal and Mikel Arteta over VAR controversy

The Independent  

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Ange Postecoglou reacts to VAR calls as Spurs earn two red cards in defeat to Chelsea
1 year, 2 months ago

Ange Postecoglou reacts to VAR calls as Spurs earn two red cards in defeat to Chelsea

The Independent  

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Arsenal issue statement on ‘unacceptable refereeing and VAR errors’ after Mikel Arteta outburst
1 year, 2 months ago

Arsenal issue statement on ‘unacceptable refereeing and VAR errors’ after Mikel Arteta outburst

The Independent  

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Was this the most complex VAR check EVER? Newcastle's winner against Arsenal was pored over for FOUR minutes
1 year, 2 months ago

Was this the most complex VAR check EVER? Newcastle's winner against Arsenal was pored over for FOUR minutes

Daily Mail  

Newcastle's 1-0 win over Arsenal involved one of the most complex VAR checks in Premier League history as officials took four minutes and six seconds to decide whether Anthony Gordon's goal should stand. However, match officials took nearly four minutes to decide whether the goal should stand with three separate incidents to investigate. Players and fans were made to wait …

Sean Dyche hits out at referee over ‘bizarre’ decision in loss to Liverpool
1 year, 2 months ago

Sean Dyche hits out at referee over ‘bizarre’ decision in loss to Liverpool

The Independent  

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Steps Taken to Avoid Repeat of Liverpool VAR Error: Referee Howard Webb
1 year, 3 months ago

Steps Taken to Avoid Repeat of Liverpool VAR Error: Referee Howard Webb

News 18  

Referees chief Howard Webb said steps have been taken to ensure there is no repeat of the VAR error that saw a legitimate Liverpool goal against Tottenham Hotspur disallowed. The Professional Game Match Officials Limited admitted that VAR got the offside decision wrong when Luis Diaz scored what should have been the opening goal in a 2-1 loss for the …

Webb: Steps taken to avoid repeat of Liverpool VAR error
1 year, 3 months ago

Webb: Steps taken to avoid repeat of Liverpool VAR error

The Hindu  

Referees chief Howard Webb said steps have been taken to ensure there is no repeat of the VAR error that saw a legitimate Liverpool goal against Tottenham Hotspur disallowed. The Professional Game Match Officials Limited admitted that VAR got the offside decision wrong when Luis Diaz scored what should have been the opening goal in a 2-1 loss for the …

Howard Webb disappointed by VAR failure to correct ‘clear error’ on offside goal
1 year, 3 months ago

Howard Webb disappointed by VAR failure to correct ‘clear error’ on offside goal

The Independent  

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Nothing’s changed with VAR, says Gareth Southgate
1 year, 3 months ago

Nothing’s changed with VAR, says Gareth Southgate

The Independent  

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Referees governing body announces changes to VAR protocols after fallout from Diaz’s disallowed goal
1 year, 3 months ago

Referees governing body announces changes to VAR protocols after fallout from Diaz’s disallowed goal

The Hindu  

The governing body for England’s referees will introduce changes to VAR following the errors that led to Luis Diaz’s disallowed goal for Liverpool against Tottenham last weekend. RELATED | Manchester United risks early Champions League exit after Galatasaray defeat “We recognize standards fell short of expectations and acknowledged the error to Liverpool immediately after the conclusion of the fixture,” the …

Referees governing body announces changes to VAR protocols after fallout from Diaz’s disallowed goal
1 year, 3 months ago

Referees governing body announces changes to VAR protocols after fallout from Diaz’s disallowed goal

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — The governing body for England’s referees will introduce changes to VAR following the errors that led to Luiz Diaz’s disallowed goal for Liverpool against Tottenham last weekend. It added that it had made “key learnings to mitigate against the risk of a future error.” PGMOL said a new VAR Communication Protocol would be developed to improve communication …

VAR officials involved in Liverpool error not selected for weekend games
1 year, 3 months ago

VAR officials involved in Liverpool error not selected for weekend games

The Hindu  

The Video Assistant Referee officials involved when Liverpool was wrongly denied a goal in Saturday’s 2-1 Premier League defeat at Tottenham Hotspur have not been included for this weekend in the list of officials released on Tuesday. The referees’ body, Professional Game Match Officials Limited, admitted it was the wrong decision to disallow Luis Diaz’s effort, blaming human error, and …

Liverpool ask PGMOL for audio of VAR decision to disallow Luis Diaz’s goal at Tottenham
1 year, 3 months ago

Liverpool ask PGMOL for audio of VAR decision to disallow Luis Diaz’s goal at Tottenham

The Hindu  

Liverpool has reportedly asked for audio of communication between match officials during Saturday’s 2-1 defeat by Tottenham after it failed to overturn an incorrect decision to disallow a Luis Diaz goal. The Merseyside-based club also said it would “explore the range of options available given the clear need for escalation and resolution”. Video assistant referee Darren England and his assistant …

VAR was supposed to cut out errors. Now the integrity of the Premier League is in question
1 year, 3 months ago

VAR was supposed to cut out errors. Now the integrity of the Premier League is in question

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — VAR was supposed to put an end to all of this. On Saturday, however, Liverpool became the latest team to count the cost of an error by Premier League officials, with the club raising questions about “sporting integrity” after its 2-1 loss at Tottenham. The fallout from Luis Diaz’s wrongly disallowed goal in that match resulted in …

Liverpool says it will ‘explore the range of options available’ after VAR controversy at Tottenham
1 year, 3 months ago

Liverpool says it will ‘explore the range of options available’ after VAR controversy at Tottenham

Associated Press  

LIVERPOOL, England — Liverpool criticized the Professional Game Match Officials Limited on Sunday and warned it will “explore the range of options available” following the VAR controversy at Tottenham. PGMOL, the referees’ governing body in England, admitted Video Assistant Referee officials Darren England and Dan Cook failed to act after Luis Diaz’ 34th-minute strike at Tottenham on Saturday was wrongly …

VAR officials replaced after offside error in Liverpool defeat
1 year, 3 months ago

VAR officials replaced after offside error in Liverpool defeat

The Hindu  

Video Assistant Referee officials Darren England and Dan Cook have been replaced for two games this matchweek after Liverpool wrongly had a goal disallowed in its 2-1 Premier League defeat at Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday. The referees’ body, the Professional Game Match Officials Limited, later admitted it was the wrong decision to disallow Diaz’s effort, blaming human error, and “should …

Explained: The Luis Diaz VAR error in Tottenham v Liverpool
1 year, 3 months ago

Explained: The Luis Diaz VAR error in Tottenham v Liverpool

New York Times  

Editor’s note: This article was updated after Liverpool released a statement calling for “full transparency” In the 34th minute of Liverpool’s game at Tottenham on Saturday, Luis Diaz was played through on goal by Mohamed Salah. Shortly after the match finished, PGMOL, the body responsible for match officials across the English professional game, said that a “significant human error” had …

Mike Dean refused to send wrong decision to VAR as referee ‘is a mate’
1 year, 4 months ago

Mike Dean refused to send wrong decision to VAR as referee ‘is a mate’

The Independent  

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