BBC

Why is there no VAR in the FA Cup third and fourth round?

Video assistant referee technology (VAR) and semi-automated offside technology (SAOT) will not be used until the fifth round of this season's FA Cup. Because of infrastructure and operational costs, ...
The Independent

Nuno Espirito Santo angered by VAR calls as West Ham suffer crucial loss

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...
Goal

'VAR just relegated West Ham!' - Nottingham Forest benefit from two controversial decisions as Hammers edge further towards Premier League drop

West Ham fans were left fuming after the Hammers were beaten 2-1 by Nottingham Forest in a vital relegation six-pointer, as VAR played a key role. First, the home side saw a finish from Crysencio ...
BBC

Why was Wirtz's goal given onside through VAR?

It is a little known fact but there has been a 5cm tolerance in VAR offside technology since the start of 2021-22. It was added because of inaccuracies in the technology. Think of it as giving the ...
ESPN

Was VAR right to give Chelsea a penalty vs. Bournemouth?

Video assistant referee causes controversy every week in the Premier League, but how are decisions made and are they correct? This season, we take a look at the major incidents to examine and explain ...
The Sun

VAR branded ‘f***ing joke’ after Newcastle denied ‘stonewall’ penalty in tense Chelsea clash

It wasn't the only controversial decision in the game FURIOUS fans have slammed VAR after after a string of controversial decisions during Newcastle’s clash with Chelsea. The first half had already ...
BBC

Newcastle penalty 'absolute VAR mistake' - Frank

Tottenham Hotspur boss Thomas Frank says it was an "absolute mistake" for the video assistant referee (VAR) to intervene and award Newcastle a penalty as his side earned a point in dramatic fashion at ...
Yahoo! Sports

️ VAR may get extra powers at 2026 World Cup, what to know

FIFA and the International Football Association Board (IFAB), the body responsible for regulating the rules of football, are debating proposals to expand the use of Video Assistant Referee (VAR), ...
The Mirror

VAR controversy behind Chelsea goal against Arsenal cleared up after fan fury

Chelsea's opening goal in the London derby with Arsenal was checked and cleared by VAR. Arsenal fans have been angrily accusing Video Assistant Referee John Brooks of missing a clear infringement as ...
Metro

Gary Lineker calls for major VAR change after Moises Caicedo red card against Arsenal

Chelsea midfielder Moises Caicedo was sent off for a late tackle on Mikel Merino (Picture: Getty) Sunday’s high-stakes London derby between the two title rivals proved a scrappy affair, with fouls ...
ESPN

VAR Review: Caicedo red card vs. Arsenal, Mateta's penalty retake

The video assistant referee causes controversy every week in the Premier League, but how are decisions made and are they correct? This season, we take a look at the major incidents to examine and ...