Premier League clubs have voted to keep Video Assistant Referees (VAR) for the 2024-25 season after a vote was held at the&nbsp;annual general meeting in Harrogate on Thursday (Jun 6). The proposal was put forth by Wolverhampton Wanderers last month that triggered the voting.&nbsp;

All the other 19 clubs voted for the technology to continue but suggested that there was room for improvement. In order for VAR to be scrapped, 14 out of the 20 Premier League clubs needed to vote in favour of the proposal.&nbsp;

Wolves released a statement saying they were "disappointed" by the outcome of the vote but welcomed the Premier League's "commitment to improve VAR".&nbsp;

Premier League said as part of the discussions, it was duty of PGMOL, clubs and the league to improve the system's reputation. It also identified six keys areas where VAR needed to be made efficient.&nbsp;

Notably, Premier League confirmed in April that&nbsp;Semi-Automated Offside Technology will be introduced for the 2024 season. The introduction of the technology, seen at the Qatar World Cup will help officials as they would not have manually draw the lines.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/premier-league-liverpool-blast-pgmol-over-unfair-var-call-release-hard-hit-statement-after-spurs-defeat-641656" target="_blank">Also read | Premier League: Liverpool blast PGMOL over 'unfair' VAR call, release strong statement after Spurs defeat</a>

<h2>VAR history and controversies</h2>

VAR was introduced in the top tier of English football five seasons ago in 2019/20 after its successful implementation in the Russia World Cup. However, since then, the technology has been under constant controversy with clubs often ruing that VAR was not doing what it had set out to correct.&nbsp;

After a string of&nbsp;decisions went against Wolves due to VAR in the 2023-2024 season, the club decided to pursue the route of abolishing the technology.&nbsp;

"There is no blame to be placed. We are all just looking for the best possible outcome for football and all stakeholders have been working hard to try and make the introduction of additional technology a success," Wolves said in a statement.&nbsp;

“Our position is that the price we are paying for a small increase in accuracy is at odds with the spirit of our game, and as a result, we should remove it from the 2024/25 season onwards," it added.&nbsp;

While small errors have been part of VAR since its inception, the officials using the VAR system made a massive howler in September last year when&nbsp;Liverpool's Luiz Diaz scored a clear onside goal against Tottenham Hotspur but it was chalked off due to a communication breakdown.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

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Premier League clubs have voted to keep Video Assistant Referees (VAR) for the 2024-25 season after a vote was held at the annual general meeting in Harrogate on Thursday (Jun 6).

Premier League clubs have voted to keep Video Assistant Referees (VAR) for the 2024-25 season after a vote was held at the annual general meeting in Harrogate on Thursday (Jun 6). The proposal was put forth by Wolverhampton Wanderers last month that triggered the voting. All the other 19 clubs voted for the technology to continue but suggested that there was room for improvement. In order for VAR to be scrapped, 14 out of the 20 Premier League clubs needed to vote in favour of the proposal. Wolves released a statement saying they were "disappointed" by the outcome of the vote but welcomed the Premier League's "commitment to improve VAR". Premier League said as part of the discussions, it was duty of PGMOL, clubs and the league to improve the system's reputation. It also identified six keys areas where VAR needed to be made efficient. Notably, Premier League confirmed in April that Semi-Automated Offside Technology will be introduced for the 2024 season. The introduction of the technology, seen at the Qatar World Cup will help officials as they would not have manually draw the lines. Also read | Premier League: Liverpool blast PGMOL over 'unfair' VAR call, release strong statement after Spurs defeat VAR history and controversies VAR was introduced in the top tier of English football five seasons ago in 2019/20 after its successful implementation in the Russia World Cup. However, since then, the technology has been under constant controversy with clubs often ruing that VAR was not doing what it had set out to correct. After a string of decisions went against Wolves due to VAR in the 2023-2024 season, the club decided to pursue the route of abolishing the technology. "There is no blame to be placed. We are all just looking for the best possible outcome for football and all stakeholders have been working hard to try and make the introduction of additional technology a success," Wolves said in a statement. “Our position is that the price we are paying for a small increase in accuracy is at odds with the spirit of our game, and as a result, we should remove it from the 2024/25 season onwards," it added. While small errors have been part of VAR since its inception, the officials using the VAR system made a massive howler in September last year when Liverpool's Luiz Diaz scored a clear onside goal against Tottenham Hotspur but it was chalked off due to a communication breakdown. (With inputs from agencies)

Premier League clubs deliver verdict on scrapping VAR for 2024-25 season

The proposal brought by Wolverhampton Wanderers to scrap&nbsp;Video Assistant Referees (VAR) from next season is expected to be voted down by the other Premier League clubs at annual general meeting set to take place on&nbsp;Thursday (May 6) in Harrogate.&nbsp;

While clubs sympathise with Wolves for bringing forth the proposal, most are in favour of "evolution rather than revolution" regarding the technology, according to a report in Telegraph.&nbsp;

With majority of the&nbsp;clubs expected to cast ballot to keep the technology, various improvements and tweaks to the existing system could be pursued, the report added.&nbsp;

VAR was introduced in the top tier of English football five seasons ago in 2019/20 after its successful implementation in the Russia World Cup. However, since then, the technology has been under constant controversy with clubs often ruing that VAR was not doing what it had set out to correct.&nbsp;

After a string of&nbsp;decisions went against Wolves due to VAR in the 2023-2024 season, the club decided to pursue the route of abolishing the technology.&nbsp;

"There is no blame to be placed. We are all just looking for the best possible outcome for football and all stakeholders have been working hard to try and make the introduction of additional technology a success," Wolves said in a statement.&nbsp;

“Our position is that the price we are paying for a small increase in accuracy is at odds with the spirit of our game, and as a result, we should remove it from the 2024/25 season onwards," it added.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/premier-league-liverpool-blast-pgmol-over-unfair-var-call-release-hard-hit-statement-after-spurs-defeat-641656" target="_blank">Also read | Premier League: Liverpool blast PGMOL over 'unfair' VAR call, release strong statement after Spurs defeat</a>

<h2>Controversies with VAR</h2>

While small errors have been part of VAR since its inception, the officials using the VAR system made a massive howler in September last year when&nbsp;Liverpool's Luiz Diaz scored a clear onside goal against Tottenham Hotspur but it was chalked off due to a communication breakdown.&nbsp;

A few matches later, Arsenal manager Mikel&nbsp;Arteta labelled the defeat against Newcastle United a 'disgrace' after Anthony Gordon's tap-in goal stood despite the VAR checking the goal for three possible fouls.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/it-was-assault-fans-angry-after-var-misses-vinicius-karate-chop-on-thiago-silva-642143">Also read |&nbsp;'It was assault': Fans angry after VAR misses Vinicius' karate chop on Thiago Silva</a>

“Embarrassing, it’s an absolute disgrace, that’s what it is: a disgrace. There’s so much at stake, we’ve put in so many hours to compete at the highest level and you cannot imagine the amount of messages we’ve had saying this cannot continue. It’s embarrassing," said Arteta at the time.&nbsp;

More recently, Nottingham Forest wrote letters of complaint to PGMOL and threatened to sue the referee's body. The club also questioned the appointment of VAR Stuart Attwell following April's defeat at Everton.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The proposal brought by Wolverhampton Wanderers to scrap Video Assistant Referees (VAR) from next season is expected to be voted down by the other Premier League clubs at annual general meeting set to take place on Thursday (May 6) in Harrogate.

The proposal brought by Wolverhampton Wanderers to scrap Video Assistant Referees (VAR) from next season is expected to be voted down by the other Premier League clubs at annual general meeting set to take place on Thursday (May 6) in Harrogate. While clubs sympathise with Wolves for bringing forth the proposal, most are in favour of "evolution rather than revolution" regarding the technology, according to a report in Telegraph. With majority of the clubs expected to cast ballot to keep the technology, various improvements and tweaks to the existing system could be pursued, the report added. VAR was introduced in the top tier of English football five seasons ago in 2019/20 after its successful implementation in the Russia World Cup. However, since then, the technology has been under constant controversy with clubs often ruing that VAR was not doing what it had set out to correct. After a string of decisions went against Wolves due to VAR in the 2023-2024 season, the club decided to pursue the route of abolishing the technology. "There is no blame to be placed. We are all just looking for the best possible outcome for football and all stakeholders have been working hard to try and make the introduction of additional technology a success," Wolves said in a statement. “Our position is that the price we are paying for a small increase in accuracy is at odds with the spirit of our game, and as a result, we should remove it from the 2024/25 season onwards," it added. Also read | Premier League: Liverpool blast PGMOL over 'unfair' VAR call, release strong statement after Spurs defeat Controversies with VAR While small errors have been part of VAR since its inception, the officials using the VAR system made a massive howler in September last year when Liverpool's Luiz Diaz scored a clear onside goal against Tottenham Hotspur but it was chalked off due to a communication breakdown. A few matches later, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta labelled the defeat against Newcastle United a 'disgrace' after Anthony Gordon's tap-in goal stood despite the VAR checking the goal for three possible fouls. Also read | 'It was assault': Fans angry after VAR misses Vinicius' karate chop on Thiago Silva “Embarrassing, it’s an absolute disgrace, that’s what it is: a disgrace. There’s so much at stake, we’ve put in so many hours to compete at the highest level and you cannot imagine the amount of messages we’ve had saying this cannot continue. It’s embarrassing," said Arteta at the time. More recently, Nottingham Forest wrote letters of complaint to PGMOL and threatened to sue the referee's body. The club also questioned the appointment of VAR Stuart Attwell following April's defeat at Everton. (With inputs from agencies)

Wolves’ proposal to scrap VAR expected to be shot down by Premier League clubs: Report

All 20 Premier League clubs will be voting on whether to scrap Video Assistant Referees (VAR) from next season at their annual general&nbsp;meeting next month. The contentious&nbsp; technology has been in controversy the entire season with numerous calls given by it deemed wrong by clubs and fans alike.&nbsp;

Wolverhampton Wanderers&nbsp;brought the official proposal forward on Wednesday (May 15) which will trigger a vote when the clubs gather in Harrogate on June 6.&nbsp;

Wolves said they brought the resolution "after careful consideration and with the utmost respect for the Premier League, PGMOL and our fellow competitors".&nbsp;

"There is no blame to be placed. We are all just looking for the best possible outcome for football — and all stakeholders have been working hard to try and make the introduction of additional technology a success," it added.&nbsp;

VAR was introduced in the top tier of English football five seasons ago in 2019/20 after its successful implementation in the Russia World Cup. However, since then, the technology has been under constant controversy with clubs often ruing that VAR was not doing what it had set out to correct.&nbsp;

“Our position is that the price we are paying for a small increase in accuracy is at odds with the spirit of our game, and as a result we should remove it from the 2024/25 season onwards.”

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/premier-league-liverpool-blast-pgmol-over-unfair-var-call-release-hard-hit-statement-after-spurs-defeat-641656" target="_blank">Also read | Premier League: Liverpool blast PGMOL over 'unfair' VAR call, release strong statement after Spurs defeat</a>&nbsp;

<h2>VAR's biggest disgrace</h2>

While small errors have been part of VAR since its inception, the officials using the VAR system made a massive howler in September last year when&nbsp;Liverpool's Luiz Diaz scored a clear onside goal against Tottenham Hotspur but it was chalked off due to a communication breakdown.&nbsp;

A few matches later, Arsenal manager Mikel&nbsp;Arteta labelled the defeat against Newcastle United a 'disgrace' after Anthony Gordon's tap-in goal stood despite the VAR checking the goal for three possible fouls.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/it-was-assault-fans-angry-after-var-misses-vinicius-karate-chop-on-thiago-silva-642143">Also read |&nbsp;'It was assault': Fans angry after VAR misses Vinicius' karate chop on Thiago Silva</a>

“Embarrassing, it’s an absolute disgrace, that’s what it is: a disgrace. There’s so much at stake, we’ve put in so many hours to compete at the highest level and you cannot imagine the amount of messages we’ve had saying this cannot continue. It’s embarrassing," said Arteta at the time.&nbsp;

More recently, Nottingham Forest wrote letters of complaint to PGMOL and threatened to sue the referee's body. The club also questioned the appointment of VAR Stuart Attwell following April's defeat at Everton.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

All 20 Premier League clubs will be voting on whether to scrap Video Assistant Referees (VAR) from next season at their annual general meeting next month. The contentious technology has been in controversy the entire season with numerous calls given by it deemed wrong by clubs and fans alike.

All 20 Premier League clubs will be voting on whether to scrap Video Assistant Referees (VAR) from next season at their annual general meeting next month. The contentious technology has been in controversy the entire season with numerous calls given by it deemed wrong by clubs and fans alike. Wolverhampton Wanderers brought the official proposal forward on Wednesday (May 15) which will trigger a vote when the clubs gather in Harrogate on June 6. Wolves said they brought the resolution "after careful consideration and with the utmost respect for the Premier League, PGMOL and our fellow competitors". "There is no blame to be placed. We are all just looking for the best possible outcome for football — and all stakeholders have been working hard to try and make the introduction of additional technology a success," it added. VAR was introduced in the top tier of English football five seasons ago in 2019/20 after its successful implementation in the Russia World Cup. However, since then, the technology has been under constant controversy with clubs often ruing that VAR was not doing what it had set out to correct. “Our position is that the price we are paying for a small increase in accuracy is at odds with the spirit of our game, and as a result we should remove it from the 2024/25 season onwards.” Also read | Premier League: Liverpool blast PGMOL over 'unfair' VAR call, release strong statement after Spurs defeat VAR's biggest disgrace While small errors have been part of VAR since its inception, the officials using the VAR system made a massive howler in September last year when Liverpool's Luiz Diaz scored a clear onside goal against Tottenham Hotspur but it was chalked off due to a communication breakdown. A few matches later, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta labelled the defeat against Newcastle United a 'disgrace' after Anthony Gordon's tap-in goal stood despite the VAR checking the goal for three possible fouls. Also read | 'It was assault': Fans angry after VAR misses Vinicius' karate chop on Thiago Silva “Embarrassing, it’s an absolute disgrace, that’s what it is: a disgrace. There’s so much at stake, we’ve put in so many hours to compete at the highest level and you cannot imagine the amount of messages we’ve had saying this cannot continue. It’s embarrassing," said Arteta at the time. More recently, Nottingham Forest wrote letters of complaint to PGMOL and threatened to sue the referee's body. The club also questioned the appointment of VAR Stuart Attwell following April's defeat at Everton. (With inputs from agencies)

No VAR from next season? Premier League clubs to vote on scrapping ‘dodgy’ technology

The latest Premier League gameweek was marred by a plethora of bad decisions that changed the nature and progression of the games that were played in England.

Fans and team members, playing or administrative, were left fuming by the end after a series of decisions were overturned due to the intervention of VAR and after multiple fouls were overlooked despite the presence of a review system.

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These feelings were made extremely apparent by the managers and players concerned in the aftermath of their respective matches.

In the wake of these developments, the Premier League has now called for an investigation in tandem with the PGMOL to look into the circumstances surrounding critical moments at St. James Park and Stamford Bridge.

Shortly after the PGMOL were asked to look into the matter, the organisation admitted that the decisions that were taken during the matches were incorrect.&nbsp;

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They declared that they will be working with the Premier League to fine-tune their processes and ensure that such circumstances never present themselves again.&nbsp;

In London, West Ham were denied the opportunity to level their score with Chelsea after a late equaliser by Maxwel Cornet was ruled out after a VAR review declared that The Blues goalkeeper Edouard Mendy was fouled moments before the goal.

During the game between Newcastle and Crystal Palace, on the other hand, what would have been a winning goal was disallowed after it was judged that&nbsp;Joe Willock was fouled Palace&nbsp;goalkeeper Vicente Guaita.&nbsp;

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In addition to these errors, Leeds, who suffered a loss at the hands of Brentford, were robbed of a penalty for a tackle on&nbsp;Crysencio Summerville by Aaron Hickey.

Aston Villa faced their fair share of VAR trouble as Philippe Coutinho's goal against Manchester City was chalked off as the assistant referee incorrectly called for an off-side. However, VAR was unable to overturn the decision as the whistle was blown before the ball found the back of the net.

The latest Premier League gameweek was marred by a plethora of bad decisions that changed the nature and progression of the games that were played in England. Fans and team members, playing or administrative, were left fuming by the end after a series of decisions were overturned due to the intervention of VAR and after multiple fouls were overlooked despite the presence of a review system.

The latest Premier League gameweek was marred by a plethora of bad decisions that changed the nature and progression of the games that were played in England. Fans and team members, playing or administrative, were left fuming by the end after a series of decisions were overturned due to the intervention of VAR and after multiple fouls were overlooked despite the presence of a review system. ALSO READ: Raise a drink! Qatar to allow beers sales at FIFA World Cup 2022 matches 3 hours before kick-off These feelings were made extremely apparent by the managers and players concerned in the aftermath of their respective matches. In the wake of these developments, the Premier League has now called for an investigation in tandem with the PGMOL to look into the circumstances surrounding critical moments at St. James Park and Stamford Bridge. Shortly after the PGMOL were asked to look into the matter, the organisation admitted that the decisions that were taken during the matches were incorrect. PGMOL has accepted the VAR controversies involving West Ham and Newcastle were incorrect. pic.twitter.com/48m3UyYfaz — Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) September 4, 2022 × They declared that they will be working with the Premier League to fine-tune their processes and ensure that such circumstances never present themselves again. In London, West Ham were denied the opportunity to level their score with Chelsea after a late equaliser by Maxwel Cornet was ruled out after a VAR review declared that The Blues goalkeeper Edouard Mendy was fouled moments before the goal. During the game between Newcastle and Crystal Palace, on the other hand, what would have been a winning goal was disallowed after it was judged that Joe Willock was fouled Palace goalkeeper Vicente Guaita. ALSO READ: Liverpool's woes continue in goalless draw against Everton, Chelsea storm to 2-1 victory against West Ham In addition to these errors, Leeds, who suffered a loss at the hands of Brentford, were robbed of a penalty for a tackle on Crysencio Summerville by Aaron Hickey. Aston Villa faced their fair share of VAR trouble as Philippe Coutinho's goal against Manchester City was chalked off as the assistant referee incorrectly called for an off-side. However, VAR was unable to overturn the decision as the whistle was blown before the ball found the back of the net.

Premier League to review controversial VAR decisions, PGMOL accepts certain calls were incorrect

The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/premier-league">Premier League</a> has admitted that VAR got penalty decisions wrong in all three matches on Thursday, as frustration mounts over the use of the technology in the English top-flight.

Manchester United were given a controversial helping hand by the video assistant referee in their 3-0 win at Aston Villa, while Tottenham suffered fresh frustration from the review system in their 0-0 draw at Bournemouth.

United midfielder Bruno Fernandes won a spot kick when he spun into Ezri Konsa before tumbling in the area despite little evidence of a foul by the Villa defender.

Jose Mourinho's Spurs were off-key for long periods but could feel hard done by after Josh King's push on Harry Kane in the penalty area went unpunished despite a VAR review.

Southampton's James Ward-Prowse hit the bar after a disputed penalty as the south coast side drew 1-1 with Everton.

The Premier League confirmed to the BBC's Match of the Day programme that United and Southampton should not have been given penalties, but Tottenham should have been awarded one.

Former Everton midfielder Tim Cahill, a Match of the Day pundit, said a former player should work alongside VAR officials.

"I think that would really help them, to understand the movements," the former Australia international said.

"When a player falls to buy a penalty you can feel it. It must need a player there to give advice on what the player is doing.

"They're there to make the big decisions and they can't do it. It's really disappointing."

Mourinho refused to speak about Michael Oliver's appointment as referee for Sunday's match against Arsenal at his pre-match press conference.

Oliver has been the VAR official for Spurs' past two away games. There were controversial decisions in both -- a Harry Kane goal was chalked off for a Lucas Moura handball at Sheffield United and no penalty was award at Bournemouth.

Mourinho believes referees and VAR officials should be made accessible after games to explain their decisions.

"I think you should have access to them, I think you should have access to them to ask directly why," he said.

"It is very important. They are very important in the game, I think so.

"It would stop nothing, make things much more open, much more clear. It would give the ref the chance to say, 'Yes, I made a mistake -- I feel sorry for that', or 'Yes I had incredible performance'."

The Premier League has admitted that VAR got penalty decisions wrong in all three matches on Thursday, as frustration mounts over the use of the technology in the English top-flight.

The Premier League has admitted that VAR got penalty decisions wrong in all three matches on Thursday, as frustration mounts over the use of the technology in the English top-flight. Manchester United were given a controversial helping hand by the video assistant referee in their 3-0 win at Aston Villa, while Tottenham suffered fresh frustration from the review system in their 0-0 draw at Bournemouth. United midfielder Bruno Fernandes won a spot kick when he spun into Ezri Konsa before tumbling in the area despite little evidence of a foul by the Villa defender. Jose Mourinho's Spurs were off-key for long periods but could feel hard done by after Josh King's push on Harry Kane in the penalty area went unpunished despite a VAR review. Southampton's James Ward-Prowse hit the bar after a disputed penalty as the south coast side drew 1-1 with Everton. The Premier League confirmed to the BBC's Match of the Day programme that United and Southampton should not have been given penalties, but Tottenham should have been awarded one. Former Everton midfielder Tim Cahill, a Match of the Day pundit, said a former player should work alongside VAR officials. "I think that would really help them, to understand the movements," the former Australia international said. "When a player falls to buy a penalty you can feel it. It must need a player there to give advice on what the player is doing. "They're there to make the big decisions and they can't do it. It's really disappointing." Mourinho refused to speak about Michael Oliver's appointment as referee for Sunday's match against Arsenal at his pre-match press conference. Oliver has been the VAR official for Spurs' past two away games. There were controversial decisions in both -- a Harry Kane goal was chalked off for a Lucas Moura handball at Sheffield United and no penalty was award at Bournemouth. Mourinho believes referees and VAR officials should be made accessible after games to explain their decisions. "I think you should have access to them, I think you should have access to them to ask directly why," he said. "It is very important. They are very important in the game, I think so. "It would stop nothing, make things much more open, much more clear. It would give the ref the chance to say, 'Yes, I made a mistake -- I feel sorry for that', or 'Yes I had incredible performance'."

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