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  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Referees’ chief Howard Webb expressed his disappointment that VAR was unable to “rectify a clear error” following Luis Diaz’s disallowed goal for Liverpool against Tottenham. Of course we’re all disappointed the VAR system didn’t step in and rectify a clear error PGMOL technical director Howard Webb “We took the unusual step of releasing the audio from this situation not long after it happened,” he said. “Of course we’re all disappointed the VAR system didn’t step in and rectify a clear error that we’d seen on the field with the disallowing of the goal. “One of the things that this has brought into sharp focus is the need to reiterate some of those communication protocols that are really valuable in VAR to prevent this kind of thing happening.” One of the talking points from the latest round of fixtures at the weekend was the decision not to send off Manchester City’s Mateo Kovacic for a challenge on Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard.

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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 …

Man United penalty decision which led to Erik ten Hag's sacking was WRONG, referees' chief Howard Webb 'admits' after VAR Michael Oliver recommended original call was overturned
2 months, 1 week ago

Man United penalty decision which led to Erik ten Hag's sacking was WRONG, referees' chief Howard Webb 'admits' after VAR Michael Oliver recommended original call was overturned

Daily Mail  

The hotly contested penalty decision which preceded Erik ten Hag's sacking by Manchester United should not have been awarded, referees' chief Howard Webb has reportedly admitted. Referees' chief Howard Webb reportedly feels that the penalty decision which led to Erik ten Hag's sacking was wrong Jarrod Bowen converted the spot kick which was West Ham beat Man United 2-1 on …

VAR controversially disallows Aston Villa's opener against Bournemouth - as the Premier League claim 'factual evidence' proves the decision was correct
2 months, 2 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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Howard Webb to be 'questioned' by 'angry' Premier League clubs over refereeing standards as Arsenal join others in criticising the PGMOL
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Howard Webb to be 'questioned' by 'angry' Premier League clubs over refereeing standards as Arsenal join others in criticising the PGMOL

Daily Mail  

Howard Webb is set for an uncomfortable sit-down with Premier League club representatives who are seeking questions on refereeing standards this season, according to reports. Howard Webb is set for an uncomfortable sit-down with Premier League club representatives, according to reports Arsenal fumed at Leandro Trossard's sending off against Manchester City at the weekend Gunners boss Mikel Arteta has aired …

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 …

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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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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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 …

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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Mikel Arteta blasts VAR ‘disgrace’ after controversial Anthony Gordon goal
1 year, 2 months ago

Mikel Arteta blasts VAR ‘disgrace’ after controversial Anthony Gordon goal

The Independent  

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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 …

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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Premier League 2023-24: Klopp demands Spurs vs Liverpool replay after VAR blunder in North London Derby
1 year, 3 months ago

Premier League 2023-24: Klopp demands Spurs vs Liverpool replay after VAR blunder in North London Derby

The Hindu  

Jurgen Klopp wants Liverpool’s match at Tottenham to be replayed due to the VAR error that cost it the opening goal at the weekend. The fallout from the VAR failure in Saturday’s defeat, in which officials wrongly disallowed Luis Diaz’s goal due to a misunderstanding over the on-field decision, is still being felt. Referees body Professional Game Match Officials Ltd …

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 …

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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Mike Dean’s VAR comments will only hurt referees – and deepen conspiracy theories
1 year, 4 months ago

Mike Dean’s VAR comments will only hurt referees – and deepen conspiracy theories

New York Times  

There is a point in Mike Dean’s latest interview, an hour-long back and forth with Simon Jordan, where he explains why his time as a dedicated VAR official with the Premier League had come to an end in the summer. “Tried it, couldn’t do it.” Oh, how Anthony Taylor — and the PGMOL — must wish Dean could learn the …

Officials excluded from Premier League fixtures after Onana penalty error
1 year, 5 months ago

Officials excluded from Premier League fixtures after Onana penalty error

The Hindu  

Simon Hooper, Michael Salisbury and Richard West will not officiate Premier League games this weekend after Wolverhampton Wanderers had a penalty appeal turned down in its defeat to Manchester United on Monday. Wolves manager Gary O’Neil said the referees’ failure to award a spot-kick had highlighted a grey area in how VAR is used and that referees manager Jon Moss …

‘VAR is pathetic’: Jeff Stelling and the best reactions to Andre Onana penalty incident against Wolves
1 year, 5 months ago

‘VAR is pathetic’: Jeff Stelling and the best reactions to Andre Onana penalty incident against Wolves

The Independent  

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In-game audio of VAR calls to be released more often next season: Webb
1 year, 8 months ago

In-game audio of VAR calls to be released more often next season: Webb

The Hindu  

Releasing in-game audio recordings of VAR decisions concerning key incidents in Premier League matches is likely to become more common next season, referees’ chief Howard Webb has said. In-game audio from key decisions was released for the first time when Webb joined Sky Sports pundits Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher on the Monday Night Football programme to discuss incidents from …

Lee Mason leaves VAR role ‘by mutual consent’ after criticism over errors
1 year, 10 months ago

Lee Mason leaves VAR role ‘by mutual consent’ after criticism over errors

The Independent  

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VAR’s disaster weekend: The decisions that cost Arsenal, Brighton and Chelsea in the Premier League
1 year, 11 months ago

VAR’s disaster weekend: The decisions that cost Arsenal, Brighton and Chelsea in the Premier League

The Independent  

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Wolves write to Howard Webb for explanation after VAR controversy at Liverpool
2 years ago

Wolves write to Howard Webb for explanation after VAR controversy at Liverpool

The Independent  

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Howard Webb keen to make refereeing decisions more transparent to fans
2 years ago

Howard Webb keen to make refereeing decisions more transparent to fans

The Independent  

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Explained: The contentious call during United-Arsenal clash that has contributed to debate against VAR
2 years, 4 months ago

Explained: The contentious call during United-Arsenal clash that has contributed to debate against VAR

Firstpost  

Controversy erupted during United’s home meeting with the Gunners when Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli’s goal was disallowed by the VAR in the first half of the marquee clash. Controversy erupted during United’s home meeting with the Gunners when Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli’s goal was disallowed by the VAR in the first half of the marquee clash, which United won 3-1 …

Referees being ‘hung out to dry’ by VAR in the Premier League
2 years, 4 months ago

Referees being ‘hung out to dry’ by VAR in the Premier League

The Independent  

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The Premier League's refereeing body admit they got two major VAR calls WRONG
2 years, 4 months ago

The Premier League's refereeing body admit they got two major VAR calls WRONG

Daily Mail  

The Premier League’s refereeing body have admitted they got two major calls wrong on a weekend of madness that saw VAR reviews blight the action on the field. Referee Andy Madley originally gave the goal, then performed a U-turn after being sent to his pitch-side monitor by VAR Jarred Gillett to study Jarrod Bowen’s coming-together with Chelsea goalkeeper Edouard Mendy. …

Premier League to review controversial VAR decisions as a matter of ‘priority’
2 years, 4 months ago

Premier League to review controversial VAR decisions as a matter of ‘priority’

The Independent  

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VAR takes centre stage yet again – it was never supposed to be like this
2 years, 11 months ago

VAR takes centre stage yet again – it was never supposed to be like this

The Independent  

The video assistant referee once again took centre stage on another exciting weekend in the Premier League. An innocuous coming together between Diogo Jota and Palace goalkeeper Vicente Guaita saw the visitors – after much deliberation – awarded a spot-kick upon review, which Fabinho dispatched to put the game to bed a minute from time. With the importance of finer …

Premier League: Struggling Southampton Rue VAR Decisions after Aston Villa Defeat
3 years, 11 months ago

Premier League: Struggling Southampton Rue VAR Decisions after Aston Villa Defeat

News 18  

Southampton were left rueing two VAR decisions as they lost 1-0 at home to Aston Villa on Saturday, but midfielder James Ward-Prowse refused to blame the officiating for their third straight defeat. “We have not had time to look at them back but VAR is there for a reason and gives the correct answer, but we can’t focus on that,” …

VAR Out? Premier League Football’s Most Controversial Calls By Technology This Season, Thus Far
4 years, 1 month ago

VAR Out? Premier League Football’s Most Controversial Calls By Technology This Season, Thus Far

News 18  

Clear and obvious, a phrase often used when there is a debate about VAR in football. As we roll towards the halfway mark of the Premier League football season in England and as the fans slowly return to the stadiums to cheer their teams after a dreadful year away because of the Coronavirus pandemic, VAR continues to be at the …

Liverpool demand REVIEW into the use of VAR with club angered by decisions in Merseyside derby
4 years, 2 months ago

Liverpool demand REVIEW into the use of VAR with club angered by decisions in Merseyside derby

Daily Mail  

Liverpool took the extraordinary step of demanding the Premier League explain the two hugely contentious VAR decisions which cost them victory in a thrilling Merseyside derby. Liverpool requested a review into the use of VAR after controversy in the Merseyside derby Jordan Pickford's reckless lunge on Virgil van Dijk after only six minutes had gone unpunished And there was incredulity …

Southampton Boss Ralph Hasenhuettl Hails Better Use of VAR Despite Loss to Crystal Palace
4 years, 4 months ago

Southampton Boss Ralph Hasenhuettl Hails Better Use of VAR Despite Loss to Crystal Palace

News 18  

The Video Assistant Referee came in for rare praise after Crystal Palace’s 1-0 home win over Southampton on Saturday, as Saints boss Ralph Hasenhuettl heaved a sigh of relief after defender Kyle Walker-Peters’ red card was rescinded. Walker-Peters was harshly dismissed for a high challenge on Tyrick Mitchell in the second half but referee Jon Moss changed it to a …

Former referee says VAR decisions in Premier League were wrong
4 years, 6 months ago

Former referee says VAR decisions in Premier League were wrong

The Hindu  

A former referee who is assigned to provide guidance to the media on video reviews in the Premier League said that the technology got it mostly wrong during the Thursday matches. Dermot Gallagher said in his Ref Watch column for Sky Sports that Manchester United and Southampton should not have been awarded penalties, and that Tottenham should have been given …

Officials should explain decisions, says Mourinho on VAR controversy
4 years, 6 months ago

Officials should explain decisions, says Mourinho on VAR controversy

The Hindu  

Jose Mourinho believes match officials should be obliged to explain their decisions after Tottenham Hotspur was involved in more VAR controversy this week. Mourinho was left baffled after Harry Kane was denied a penalty early on in the 0-0 draw at Bournemouth on Thursday, even though it was referred to the VAR officials. Michel Oliver was the VAR referee on …

Frank Lampard wants 'collective sit-down' over VAR controversies
4 years, 6 months ago

Frank Lampard wants 'collective sit-down' over VAR controversies

The Hindu  

Apart from Liverpool wrapping up the Premier League title the only other inevitability about the restart of the season has been the VAR controversy, and this week has provided it in spades. West Ham United manager David Moyes was “spewing” after Tomas Soucek's strike was chalked off for an offside decision that took close to four minutes for VAR to …

VAR bad for the game, says Mourinho after 3-1 defeat
4 years, 6 months ago

VAR bad for the game, says Mourinho after 3-1 defeat

The Hindu  

Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho questioned the point of having referees on the pitch and said VAR was bad for the game after his side was the victim of a controversially disallowed equaliser in a 3-1 defeat at Sheffield United on Thursday. “I think the referee should always be the man on the pitch and the man in the office …

VAR not being used correctly, says Barca coach Setien
4 years, 6 months ago

VAR not being used correctly, says Barca coach Setien

The Hindu  

The Video Assistant Referee system is not being used correctly in La Liga, Barcelona manager Quique Setien said on Monday following Real Madrid's controversial win at Real Sociedad. Everybody saw what happened in Anoeta and everyone will draw their own conclusions,” Setien told reporters ahead of Tuesday's match against Athletic Bilbao. So you could really think that is not being …

Arsenal has been unlucky with VAR this season, says Sokratis
5 years ago

Arsenal has been unlucky with VAR this season, says Sokratis

The Hindu  

Sokratis Papastathopoulos feels Arsenal has been "unlucky" with VAR decisions this season following Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's red card in the 1-1 draw at Crystal Palace. Referee Paul Tierney initially cautioned Aubameyang for his challenge on Max Meyer but, following a VAR review of over two minutes, the decision was changed to a dismissal as the Gabon international sunk his studs into …

VAR only for 'clear and obvious' mistakes says IFAB chief
5 years ago

VAR only for 'clear and obvious' mistakes says IFAB chief

The Hindu  

The Video Assistant Referee should only overturn on-field decisions when there has been a “clear and obvious” error, according to one of football's leading international rules officials. Lukas Brud, while not addressing specific incidents in English football, said IFAB guidance advises VAR should only be used to correct clear errors also applied to offside. But what is it, an armpit …

'We cannot go on like this': Graeme Souness slams VAR yet again
5 years ago

'We cannot go on like this': Graeme Souness slams VAR yet again

Daily Mail  

Graeme Souness has once again slammed VAR after it allowed a Liverpool goal and denied Wolves their own in Sunday's Premier League clash - and the pundit has offered up his own fix to the offside rule. Speaking on Sky Sports at half time, Souness said 'we cannot go on like this,' and even proposed a change to the offside …

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