Gary Lineker fumes after VAR controversy in Tottenham's defeat
5 years, 6 months ago

Gary Lineker fumes after VAR controversy in Tottenham's defeat

Daily Mail  

Gary Lineker claims VAR is ‘sucking the life out of football’ after a knife-edge offside call denied Tottenham a goal in their 2-1 defeat at Leicester. A knife-edge offside call by VAR denied Tottenham a goal in their 2-1 defeat at Leicester Critics of the system voiced their outrage at the decision which cost Tottenham. Add to the drama, don’t kill it.’ Critics of the system have voiced their outrage at the decision which cost Tottenham Former England winger Joe Cole, working for BT Sport, said: ‘No way does that goal get wiped out if VAR wasn’t used.’ Former Manchester United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel said: ‘I will never be a fan of VAR in its present form. Former striker Lineker shared his disgust on Twitter, saying: 'the way VAR is being used is c**p' Tottenham’s disallowed goal is not the first marginal offside call this season controversially decided by VAR.

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Premier League releases VAR statement on Everton’s overturned penalty against Manchester United
1 month ago

Premier League releases VAR statement on Everton’s overturned penalty against Manchester United

The Independent  

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Aaron Ramsdale leads outrage at VAR as Southampton star aims furious five-word outburst at officials after Saints fell victim to controversial call at Brighton... with referees taking nearly FIVE MINU
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Aaron Ramsdale leads outrage at VAR as Southampton star aims furious five-word outburst at officials after Saints fell victim to controversial call at Brighton... with referees taking nearly FIVE MINU

Daily Mail  

Aaron Ramsdale lead angry Southampton fans on social media after their side saw a goal controversially ruled out by VAR during their clash with Brighton. Southampton thought they'd taken the lead in their clash with Brighton on Friday evening However, after a lengthy process, VAR eventually ruled it out for offside on Adam Armstrong Saints goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale quickly took …

VAR controversially disallows Aston Villa's opener against Bournemouth - as the Premier League claim 'factual evidence' proves the decision was correct
4 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 …

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
6 months, 1 week 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 …

Fans heap praise on new VAR feature after its debut at Euro 2024 - claiming this is how the technology 'should ALWAYS work' - as they urge referees' chiefs to bring idea to the Premier League
9 months, 1 week ago

Fans heap praise on new VAR feature after its debut at Euro 2024 - claiming this is how the technology 'should ALWAYS work' - as they urge referees' chiefs to bring idea to the Premier League

Daily Mail  

Fans have called for reforms in how VAR is utilised in the Premier League following Friday's Euro 2024 opener between Germany and Scotland. VAR was twice called upon during the first-half of Germany's 5-1 win against Scotland Referee pointed to the spot after Jamal Musiala was brought down before VAR overturned the decision on review Screens in the stadium then …

Premier League clubs vote in favour of continuing VAR, agree that improvements should be made
9 months, 2 weeks 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
9 months, 2 weeks 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
10 months, 1 week ago

Scrap VAR for all subjective decisions – Harry Maguire

The Independent  

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Bruno Guimaraes sends cheeky tweet after Newcastle were denied a penalty following heavy tackle on Anthony Gordon which left his sock torn... and Magpies fans add to calls for VAR to be scrapped
10 months, 1 week ago

Bruno Guimaraes sends cheeky tweet after Newcastle were denied a penalty following heavy tackle on Anthony Gordon which left his sock torn... and Magpies fans add to calls for VAR to be scrapped

Daily Mail  

Bruno Guimaraes sent a cheeky tweet after Newcastle were denied a penalty during their Premier League trip to Manchester United on Wednesday night. Anthony Gordon's sock was left torn after Sofyan Amrabat’s first-half challenge in the penalty area, but there was no VAR check at Old Trafford. I just honestly don’t see the point in it.’ Newcastle fans on X …

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'
10 months, 1 week 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 …

De Ligt says linesman apologized for late ‘mistake’ in Bayern’s loss to Madrid in Champions League
10 months, 2 weeks ago

De Ligt says linesman apologized for late ‘mistake’ in Bayern’s loss to Madrid in Champions League

Associated Press  

MADRID — Bayern Munich defender Matthijs de Ligt said the linesman apologized to him for raising the flag for offside before he scored what would have been a late equalizer in the Champions League semifinal against Real Madrid on Wednesday. “The linesman said to me, ‘I’m sorry, I made a mistake,’” De Ligt said after the 2-1 loss in which …

VAR ‘over-reffed the moment’ – Sean Dyche unhappy with disallowed Everton goal
1 year, 3 months 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, 3 months 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 …

VAR Who Awarded Controversial Penalty To PSG Vs Newcastle Removed From Duty By UEFA
1 year, 3 months ago

VAR Who Awarded Controversial Penalty To PSG Vs Newcastle Removed From Duty By UEFA

ABP News  

In a dramatic turn of events in the UEFA Champions League Paris Saint-Germain vs Newcastle United group-stage fixture, Video Assisted Referee awarded a stoppage-time penalty to the Ligue 1 giants through which they scored to take a point from the fixture at the Parc des Princes Stadium in Paris. After a lot of noise on social media and criticism of …

VAR the villain as late penalty call denies Newcastle rearguard win in Paris
1 year, 3 months ago

VAR the villain as late penalty call denies Newcastle rearguard win in Paris

The Independent  

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Referees chief Howard Webb stands by VAR decision on controversial Newcastle goal against Arsenal
1 year, 4 months ago

Referees chief Howard Webb stands by VAR decision on controversial Newcastle goal against Arsenal

The Independent  

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Jurgen Klopp reveals his ‘main issue’ after VAR denies Liverpool in Toulouse
1 year, 4 months ago

Jurgen Klopp reveals his ‘main issue’ after VAR denies Liverpool in Toulouse

The Independent  

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Southgate said VAR checks left him bored in Tottenham Hotspur vs Chelsea Premier League game
1 year, 4 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, 4 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 admits Tottenham's chaotic defeat by Chelsea spiralled 'out of control' while claiming VAR is 'eroding the authority of referees' after officials disallowed FIVE goals
1 year, 4 months ago

Ange Postecoglou admits Tottenham's chaotic defeat by Chelsea spiralled 'out of control' while claiming VAR is 'eroding the authority of referees' after officials disallowed FIVE goals

Daily Mail  

Tottenham head coach Ange Postecoglou believes Monday night's chaotic defeat to Chelsea spiralled ‘out of control’ following another night of refereeing controversy. The clash saw five goals disallowed through VAR, Cristian Romero and Destiny Odogie sent off for Spurs, Postecoglou booked and Micky van de Ven suffer a ‘significant’ hamstring injury. Ange Postecoglou cut a pensive figure after his side …

Ange Postecoglou reacts to VAR calls as Spurs earn two red cards in defeat to Chelsea
1 year, 4 months ago

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

The Independent  

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Mikel Arteta blasts VAR ‘disgrace’ after controversial Anthony Gordon goal
1 year, 4 months ago

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

The Independent  

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Steps Taken to Avoid Repeat of Liverpool VAR Error: Referee Howard Webb
1 year, 5 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, 5 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, 5 months ago

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

The Independent  

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How did the VAR system fare after a week under the spotlight?
1 year, 5 months ago

How did the VAR system fare after a week under the spotlight?

The Independent  

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Nothing’s changed with VAR, says Gareth Southgate
1 year, 5 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, 5 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, 5 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, 5 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 …

VAR was supposed to cut out errors. Now the integrity of the Premier League is in question
1 year, 5 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 …

Every VAR apology so far: From Liverpool offside to Man City handball
1 year, 5 months ago

Every VAR apology so far: From Liverpool offside to Man City handball

The Independent  

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Liverpool to ‘explore options’ in response to ‘unacceptable’ VAR error
1 year, 5 months ago

Liverpool to ‘explore options’ in response to ‘unacceptable’ VAR error

The Independent  

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VAR officials who made Liverpool error took charge of UAE match just 48 hours before
1 year, 5 months ago

VAR officials who made Liverpool error took charge of UAE match just 48 hours before

The Independent  

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Liverpool says it will ‘explore the range of options available’ after VAR controversy at Tottenham
1 year, 5 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 who missed Liverpool’s ‘onside’ goal to be replaced
1 year, 5 months ago

VAR officials who missed Liverpool’s ‘onside’ goal to be replaced

The Independent  

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VAR officials replaced after offside error in Liverpool defeat
1 year, 5 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 …

Own Goal Seals Tottenham Controversial 2-1 Win Over Liverpool As Referees Admit 'Significant Human Error'
1 year, 5 months ago

Own Goal Seals Tottenham Controversial 2-1 Win Over Liverpool As Referees Admit 'Significant Human Error'

News 18  

Tottenham snatched a controversial 2-1 win against nine-man Liverpool as Joel Matip’s last-gasp own-goal ended the Reds’ resistance and the visitors had a goal disallowed that the referees’ body admitted should have stood. Our unbeaten run continuesHighlights: Spurs 2-1 Liverpool pic.twitter.com/ULQvMw2ubQ — Tottenham Hotspur September 30, 2023 Jones was dismissed in the first half before Luis Diaz’s goal for Liverpool …

PGMOL admit Liverpool offside goal should have stood after ‘significant human error’
1 year, 5 months ago

PGMOL admit Liverpool offside goal should have stood after ‘significant human error’

The Independent  

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Explained: The Luis Diaz VAR error in Tottenham v Liverpool
1 year, 5 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 …

VAR’s disaster weekend: The decisions that cost Arsenal, Brighton and Chelsea in the Premier League
2 years, 1 month ago

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

The Independent  

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Antonio Conte still fuming over disallowed Tottenham goal as he claims VAR is 'not football'
2 years, 4 months ago

Antonio Conte still fuming over disallowed Tottenham goal as he claims VAR is 'not football'

Daily Mail  

Antonio Conte unleashed another furious attack on VAR, claiming it is killing the emotion of football after Tottenham were denied a 95th minute winner against Sporting Lisbon. For this reason I continue to tell it has to be the right interpretation, but it has to be the interpretation for everybody and not different interpretation otherwise it’s a damage, VAR can …

Hugo Lloris admits VAR a ‘complicated’ issue after Tottenham denied
2 years, 4 months ago

Hugo Lloris admits VAR a ‘complicated’ issue after Tottenham denied

The Independent  

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Conte furious as VAR denies Spurs late winner vs. Sporting
2 years, 4 months ago

Conte furious as VAR denies Spurs late winner vs. Sporting

Associated Press  

LONDON — Tottenham’s bid to reach the Champions League knockout stage will go down to the last group-stage game after VAR denied Harry Kane a late winner against Sporting Lisbon on Wednesday. I’d like to know this.” It is now all to play for on the final match day in Group D next Tuesday, with just two points separating leader …

Mikel Arteta relieved for VAR's involvement in Arsenal's win over Leeds after 40 minute delay
2 years, 5 months ago

Mikel Arteta relieved for VAR's involvement in Arsenal's win over Leeds after 40 minute delay

Daily Mail  

Mikel Arteta has expressed his relief that the VAR system was restored after a 40-minute delay during Arsenal’s 1-0 win at Leeds, given it reversed a stoppage-time penalty and red card for his side. Mikel Arteta was delighted with VAR's involvement in 1-0 win over Leeds at Elland Road VAR reduced Gabriel's red card to a yellow card after it …

Thierry Henry: VAR killing 'the beat of the joy of the game' with late decision
2 years, 5 months ago

Thierry Henry: VAR killing 'the beat of the joy of the game' with late decision

Firstpost  

Thierry Henry believes VAR is causing fresh controversies and not reducing arguments about refereeing decisions. London: Thierry Henry believes the time taken to reach decisions using VAR is killing the “joy” of football. “In football we’re still behind, we have so much to learn,” Henry told the Leaders Week sport business conference in London. “What I can see in American …

Explained: The contentious call during United-Arsenal clash that has contributed to debate against VAR
2 years, 6 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 …

The Premier League's refereeing body admit they got two major VAR calls WRONG
2 years, 6 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, 6 months ago

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

The Independent  

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Gary Lineker commends Stuart Attwell after Joel Matip has goal RULED OUT in the Carabao Cup final
3 years ago

Gary Lineker commends Stuart Attwell after Joel Matip has goal RULED OUT in the Carabao Cup final

Daily Mail  

Liverpool thought they had opened the scoring in the Carabao Cup final when Joel Matip headed home in the 67th minute. Trent Alexander-Arnold delivered a free-kick to the back post where Sadio Mane nodded the ball back across goal for the Reds defender to finish from close range. Joel Matip thought he had put Liverpool in front with a close …

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