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Football: English Premier League Clubs Vote To Continue VAR, Focus On Enhancements

By IANS News June 06, 2024 • 19:10 PM View: 373

Professional Game Match Officials Limited: In a decisive move, Premier League clubs have voted in favour of continuing to use Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology in the upcoming season. Recognising the benefits of more accurate decision-making, the clubs also acknowledged the need for improvements to enhance the game and the experience for supporters.

During the thorough discussions at the Premier League's Annual General Meeting (AGM), it was agreed that Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL), the Premier League, and the clubs have significant roles to play in refining the system and improving its reputation. Six key areas were highlighted as part of ongoing efforts to enhance VAR:

High Threshold for VAR Intervention: To ensure greater consistency and fewer interruptions, the emphasis will be on maintaining a high threshold for when VAR should intervene.