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Long delays, irate managers and mixed messages - is VAR bad for game?

Long delays, irate managers and mixed messages - is VAR bad for game?

Summary

The article discusses issues around the video assistant referee (VAR) system in football, particularly during recent Premier League matches. It focuses on delays in decision-making and the frustration it causes for coaches and fans. Several incidents from Sunday’s matches highlight these challenges.

Key Facts

  • VAR is a system used to help referees make correct decisions in football matches.
  • Some recent football matches in the Premier League experienced long delays due to VAR decisions.
  • A penalty given to Manchester United against Fulham was changed to a free-kick after more than two minutes.
  • Fulham also had a goal ruled out for offside after almost three and a half minutes.
  • There was a four-minute stoppage before Aston Villa's goal was disallowed against Brentford.
  • Critics say these delays affect the flow and enjoyment of the game.
  • Fulham's coach, Marco Silva, expressed frustration about the lack of clarity in VAR decisions.
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