Video assistant referee set for Champions League this season
6 years, 3 months ago

Video assistant referee set for Champions League this season

Associated Press  

DUBLIN — Video review is being fast-tracked into the Champions League this season. People with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press that UEFA’s executive committee is set to approve video assistant referees from the round of 16 in February. European soccer’s governing body had originally only intended to introduce VAR from next season, starting in the the Champions League qualifying playoffs in August. Without VAR this season in the Champions League group stage, Cristiano Ronaldo was sent off for Juventus after a disputed decision and Manchester City’s Raheem Sterling won a penalty for tripping on the turf.

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Champions League: UEFA to discuss penalty rules after Alvarez VAR controversy
2 weeks ago

Champions League: UEFA to discuss penalty rules after Alvarez VAR controversy

India Today  

UEFA said the correct decision was made to disallow Julian Alvarez's penalty in Atletico Madrid's Champions League loss to city rivals Real Madrid on Wednesday but European football's governing body would enter discussions to review the rule. A livid Atletico enquired with UEFA after Alvarez had his shootout penalty ruled out by the referee in their last-16 tie that saw …

FA Cup 2024-25: Why is there no VAR in the fourth round?
1 month, 2 weeks ago

FA Cup 2024-25: Why is there no VAR in the fourth round?

The Hindu  

Harry Maguire’s controversial late goal in Manchester United’s 2-1 win over Leicester City in the FA Cup fourth round once again highlighted the absence of Video Assistant Referee. With VAR not in use in the fourth round, Maguire’s sucker punch knocked the Foxes out of the competition, leaving Leicester boss Ruud van Nistelrooy furious. Video Assistant Referees will only be …

Arsenal vs Man United: Why is there no VAR in the FA Cup third round?
2 months, 2 weeks 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 …

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

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

The Independent  

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UEFA investigates English ref Coote over footage of alleged drug use at Euro 2024
4 months, 1 week ago

UEFA investigates English ref Coote over footage of alleged drug use at Euro 2024

Associated Press  

NYON, Switzerland — UEFA started another investigation into English match official David Coote on Thursday after a video allegedly showed him using cocaine during the European Championship. Coote worked as a video review specialist at Euro 2024, where match officials stayed at a hotel near Frankfurt. Coote was suspended on Monday by the English match referees body after a different …

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

Denmark rulings show how video review at Euro 2024 moved on far from FIFA’s original vision for VAR
8 months, 3 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
9 months, 2 weeks 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
9 months, 3 weeks 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
9 months, 3 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 to discuss a proposal to scrap the use of video review
10 months, 1 week 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 …

UEFA wants Euro 2024 referees to speak more with captains and get more respect in return
10 months, 1 week ago

UEFA wants Euro 2024 referees to speak more with captains and get more respect in return

The Hindu  

UEFA is offering a communications deal between referees and teams at the European Championship — we will do more to explain decisions, you let only captains approach to discuss them. UEFA has this week gathered Euro 2024 match officials in Frankfurt to prepare for the June 14-July 14 tournament, and detailed on Tuesday the standards it expects. “We are ready …

Uefa takes idea from rugby to improve refereeing at Euro 2024
10 months, 1 week ago

Uefa takes idea from rugby to improve refereeing at Euro 2024

The Independent  

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UEFA wants Euro 2024 referees to speak more with captains and get more respect in return
10 months, 1 week ago

UEFA wants Euro 2024 referees to speak more with captains and get more respect in return

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — UEFA is offering a communications deal between referees and teams at the European Championship — we will do more to explain decisions, you let only captains approach to discuss them. UEFA has this week gathered Euro 2024 match officials in Frankfurt to prepare for the June 14-July 14 tournament, and detailed on Tuesday the standards it expects. …

No comment from UEFA as Thomas Tuchel rails at ‘disastrous decision’
10 months, 2 weeks ago

No comment from UEFA as Thomas Tuchel rails at ‘disastrous decision’

The Independent  

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Revealed: Why referee Michael Oliver will only be on VAR duty in the Premier League this weekend... after coming under fire for missing Declan Rice's kick on Ben Davies in the North London Derby
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Revealed: Why referee Michael Oliver will only be on VAR duty in the Premier League this weekend... after coming under fire for missing Declan Rice's kick on Ben Davies in the North London Derby

Daily Mail  

Referee Michael Oliver will be on VAR duty for this weekend's round of Premier League games after being involved in controversy in the North London Derby. Michael Oliver will only be on VAR duty in the Premier League this weekend - after coming under fire during the North London Derby Oliver missed a clear kick from Declan Rice on Ben …

Uefa reveals Euro 2024 referees - including VAR at centre of Nottingham Forest row
11 months ago

Uefa reveals Euro 2024 referees - including VAR at centre of Nottingham Forest row

The Independent  

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Spanish judge cites gross errors by VAR in La Liga 2022-23 season
1 year, 3 months ago

Spanish judge cites gross errors by VAR in La Liga 2022-23 season

The Hindu  

Weighing in on the effectiveness of football’s video review, a Spanish court has deemed that VAR officials created gross errors during games last season through their partial selection of images for the referee to view. In a recent court verdict seen by The Associated Press on Friday, a Madrid-based judge cited two incidents from Spanish league games played last season …

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 …

Uefa drop VAR official who gave controversial PSG penalty vs Newcastle
1 year, 3 months ago

Uefa drop VAR official who gave controversial PSG penalty vs Newcastle

The Independent  

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Pochettino: Managers should be more involved in drafting refereeing guidelines
1 year, 4 months ago

Pochettino: Managers should be more involved in drafting refereeing guidelines

The Hindu  

Premier League managers should have a greater involvement in drafting refereeing guidelines after a series of controversial decisions this season, particularly involving Video Assistant Referee, Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino said. Earlier this month, Pochettino’s side handed Tottenham Hotspur a 4-1 defeat in chaotic and controversial fashion to end its unbeaten start in England’s top flight this season. “We all have …

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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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 appears to aim barb at Arsenal and Mikel Arteta over VAR controversy
1 year, 4 months ago

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

The Independent  

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Sean Dyche hits out at referee over ‘bizarre’ decision in loss to Liverpool
1 year, 5 months ago

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

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 …

Referees' group are set to release audio of the VAR blunder which saw Liverpool denied a goal in 2-1 defeat at Tottenham - after PGMOL chiefs were split over whether to grant Reds' request
1 year, 5 months ago

Referees' group are set to release audio of the VAR blunder which saw Liverpool denied a goal in 2-1 defeat at Tottenham - after PGMOL chiefs were split over whether to grant Reds' request

Daily Mail  

Referees' chiefs are set to release the audio of the bungled VAR call that cost Liverpool a goal at Tottenham on Saturday. Referees' chiefs are set to release the audio of the bungled VAR call that ruled out Luis Diaz's goal for Liverpool at Tottenham on Saturday Diaz looked to have put Liverpool ahead, but the goal was controversially ruled …

Liverpool ask PGMOL for audio of VAR decision to disallow Luis Diaz’s goal at Tottenham
1 year, 5 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 …

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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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 …

Mike Dean refused to send wrong decision to VAR as referee ‘is a mate’
1 year, 7 months ago

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

The Independent  

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Lack of live VAR communication to football fans ‘a huge missed opportunity’
1 year, 8 months ago

Lack of live VAR communication to football fans ‘a huge missed opportunity’

The Independent  

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Jose Mourinho hit by Uefa punishment for abusing referee Anthony Taylor
1 year, 9 months ago

Jose Mourinho hit by Uefa punishment for abusing referee Anthony Taylor

The Independent  

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Anthony Taylor: English referee harassed by Roma fans at airport after Europa League final
1 year, 9 months ago

Anthony Taylor: English referee harassed by Roma fans at airport after Europa League final

The Independent  

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UEFA charge Mourinho for referee abuse after Europa League final
1 year, 9 months ago

UEFA charge Mourinho for referee abuse after Europa League final

Al Jazeera  

The Roma coach was filmed calling the English referee a ‘disgrace’ after his team lost to Sevilla. European football’s governing body UEFA has begun disciplinary proceedings against Roma coach Jose Mourinho for using insulting and abusive language against the referee in the Europa League final against Sevilla. Mourinho, 60, was filmed repeatedly calling English referee Anthony Taylor a “disgrace” in …

In-Game Audio Released For The First Time To Reveal Discussions Of VAR Officials During A Match
1 year, 10 months ago

In-Game Audio Released For The First Time To Reveal Discussions Of VAR Officials During A Match

News 18  

From lack of key decision-making to delivering controversial judgments- the Video Assistant Referee has often been in the headlines for all the wrong reasons. Professional Game Match Officials Limited chief refereeing officer Howard Webb has now shared sensational audio clips to clear his stance on the highly contentious matter. Webb joined Sky Sports pundits Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher to …

Barcelona refereeing scandal one of most serious in football, says UEFA president Ceferin
1 year, 11 months ago

Barcelona refereeing scandal one of most serious in football, says UEFA president Ceferin

The Hindu  

UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin said that Barcelona’s refereeing scandal is one of the most serious incidents he has seen in football ever since he became involved with it. UEFA opened a formal investigation into Barcelona last month for potential violation of the European soccer governing body’s legal framework regarding payments made by the club to a company owned by a …

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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Spain referees ask for help after VAR mistake in league game
2 years, 2 months ago

Spain referees ask for help after VAR mistake in league game

Associated Press  

MADRID — Spanish referees are calling for VAR to be boosted by semi-automated offside technology after a video-review mistake in a league match between Cádiz and Elche. The league said the referees and the federation, “instead of assuming responsibility or apologizing, are trying to transfer the blame to an organization that is not responsible for making refereeing decisions.” Cádiz officially …

Spain referees ask for semi-automated offside technology after VAR mistake in La Liga
2 years, 2 months ago

Spain referees ask for semi-automated offside technology after VAR mistake in La Liga

The Hindu  

Spanish referees are calling for VAR to be boosted by semi-automated offside technology after a video-review mistake in a league match between Cádiz and Elche. The move came after the Video Assistant Referee failed to spot an Elche player was clearly in an offside position in the buildup to Elche’s 81st-minute equalizer at Cádiz on Monday. Cádiz coach Sergio González …

'It's indefensible': Mike Dean claims Portugal's penalty against Ghana should have been overturned
2 years, 4 months ago

'It's indefensible': Mike Dean claims Portugal's penalty against Ghana should have been overturned

Daily Mail  

Former Premier League referee Mike Dean has slammed the decision to award Portugal a penalty against Ghana - and thinks the lack of VAR intervention before Cristiano Ronaldo's spot kick was 'scary'. Portugal beat Ghana 3-2 in their World Cup opener, with Ronaldo netting from the spot after going down under a challenge from Mohammed Salisu. Many viewers disagreed with …

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 …

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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UEFA to referees: Punish players who exaggerate physical contact
2 years, 6 months ago

UEFA to referees: Punish players who exaggerate physical contact

The Hindu  

Champions League referees must be tougher with players who exaggerate contact trying to get an opponent shown a yellow card, UEFA said Friday. UEFA wants to punish attempts to “dupe” referees with “acts of simulation or by over-reacting to light-contact fouls” when European club competition groups start next week. “It represents unfair conduct by players against their colleagues — a …

Antony's Deadly Crossing Takes Ajax into Champions League Last 16 as Dortmund Fume
3 years, 4 months ago

Antony's Deadly Crossing Takes Ajax into Champions League Last 16 as Dortmund Fume

News 18  

Ajax coach Erik Ten Hag said his team want to “annoy Europe’s elite” after reaching the Champions League last 16 with a 3-1 win at Borussia Dortmund Wednesday, with the hosts left fuming at Mats Hummels’ controversial first-half dismissal. We’re not saying we are favourites, but nobody wants to get Ajax in the draw,” Ten Hag told broadcaster DAZN after …

Ex-referees boss hopes Premier League follows Euro 2020’s take on VAR
3 years, 8 months ago

Ex-referees boss hopes Premier League follows Euro 2020’s take on VAR

The Independent  

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UEFA praises VAR for rise in penalties given at Euro 2020
3 years, 9 months ago

UEFA praises VAR for rise in penalties given at Euro 2020

India TV News  

Expect referees to keep awarding lots of penalties at major soccer tournaments in the VAR era. “One of the key points for this increase of penalties, of course, is related also to the implementation of VAR,” UEFA chief refereeing officer Robert Rosetti said in an online briefing. The 14 penalties awarded so far at Euro 2020 in 36 games compares …

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