Summary
Bristol City head coach Gerhard Struber wants the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system to be used in the Championship to make games fairer. Currently, VAR is only used for play-off finals in the Championship, while it is common in top European leagues. Struber argues that the dynamic and competitive nature of the Championship justifies the need for VAR.
Key Facts
- Bristol City coach Gerhard Struber calls for VAR in the Championship for fairer games.
- The Championship currently uses VAR only in play-off finals since 2022.
- The Premier League and other major European leagues use VAR regularly.
- Struber believes the high energy and quality of the Championship deserve VAR.
- VAR can help referees handle the game more effectively amidst high pressure and atmosphere.
- Struber mentioned that other countries use VAR even in lower leagues.
- Bristol City next plays Leicester, a Premier League team, in their upcoming match.
