Premier League clubs decide to keep VAR for next season

Premier League clubs voted to keep VAR for the next season. They want to make improvements to the technology. The league, clubs, and referees agreed that changes are needed to benefit the game and fans. They will provide more information on VAR and continue programs like Match Officials Mic’d Up. The league will also ask the International Football Association Board to allow live video and audio during VAR reviews. Many supporters are against VAR. A poll by Manchester United Supporters Trust showed that less than one percent of fans want to keep VAR as it is. Wolves expressed disappointment with the vote but accepted the decision. They believe improvements in VAR are important for the game's integrity and fan experience. Liverpool and Manchester United supported keeping and improving VAR. However, many fans still want it scrapped. The Football Supporters’ Association stated that support for VAR has decreased since its introduction in English football. The Premier League aims to enhance VAR for the benefit of the game and fans. They plan to introduce semi-automated offside technology to make decisions quicker and more consistent. Referees will explain VAR decisions to improve the stadium experience for fans. The league wants to improve VAR performance in six areas. They aim to reduce delays, maintain a high threshold for VAR intervention, and provide more robust training for consistency. The league also plans to lobby for live video and audio broadcast during VAR reviews. Wolves proposed to scrap VAR, citing negative effects on fan experience. They argued that VAR disrupts the game and is incompatible with football laws. The league responded by supporting the continued use of VAR, with Liverpool and Manchester United also in favor. The Premier League will retain VAR for the next season. Despite some clubs wanting to abolish it, the majority voted to keep it. The league aims to make improvements to VAR to address concerns and enhance the overall matchday experience for fans.