The introduction of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) in 2019 was supposed to help on-pitch officials and eliminate any clear and obvious errors. However, four years later, there are more negative discussions than ever regarding the standard of refereeing in the Premier League.
Clubs are beginning to make complaints and strongly worded statements, whilst the PGMOL are issuing apologies for mistakes which should not be happening with the technology. Fans, players and coaches are beginning to lose patience, so here we take a look at why.
BREAKINGđ¨: The Premier League's Independent Key Match Incidents Panel has ruled the referee and the VAR were incorrect to award Sheffield United a penalty.
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It's the second time VAR has failed to overturn a spot kick against Gary O'Neil's side in consecutive weeks#WWFC #Wolves pic.twitter.com/K2CBnDMtWP