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The Latest Breaking News from VAR

Premier League weekend awards: Arsenal’s stinginess is a work of art

From Kevin De Bruyne’s match-winning performance to VAR controversies, we hand out honors (and dishonors) from the top-flight weekend

The Guardian - US

‘Is this really what football wants?’: Wolves chairman piles in on VAR ruling

Wolves’ anger over a disallowed equaliser has prompted Jeff Shi to urge the Premier League and PGMOL to act to ‘uphold the integrity of the competition’

The Guardian - UK

Wolves Left Fuming After Controversial VAR Decision Costs Them Match

Wolves left frustrated as VAR disallows stoppage-time equalizer against West Ham, sparking criticism from manager and players.

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Wolves fume at VAR after James Ward-Prowse corner seals West Ham victory

Wolves had a last-gasp equaliser ruled out as James Ward-Prowse scored straight from a corner in a 2-1 victory for West Ham

The Guardian - UK

Brentford: Thomas Frank praises defence in Brighton draw and gives hint over Bryan Mbeumo role

The Bees are still without a win in seven but the boss was pleased by an improved display

Evening Standard

Howard Webb confirms VAR were correct to not overturn Jeremy Doku penalty decision

The VAR decision has come under intense scrutiny on social media

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Premier League Refereeing Decisions Under Scrutiny After Recent Controversies

Explore recent controversial referee decisions in Premier League matches and the impact on game integrity.

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David Moyes sparks West Ham revival as tactical shift offers new blueprint for run-in

A formation change has breathed new life into the Hammers and offered fresh optimism

Evening Standard

FA Cup quarter-finals and Premier League: talking points from weekend

Marcus Rashford rises to the occasion, Stefan Ortega impresses and more VAR woe for West Ham

The Guardian - UK

David Moyes bemoans West Ham luck after record-breaking VAR check rules out Tomas Soucek winner

The Hammers had two goals ruled out at the London Stadium

Evening Standard

West Ham denied win over Aston Villa by VAR but pressing display offers real promise

Tomas Soucek’s last-gasp goal was ruled out after a lengthy VAR review

Evening Standard

Nicolò Zaniolo grabs point for Aston Villa as VAR denies West Ham at the last

A second-half equaliser from Nicolò Zaniolo saved Aston Villa while West Ham saw Tomas Soucek’s late winner ruled out for handball

The Guardian - UK

Barbarouses stars in comeback Phoenix win over Sydney

A Kosta Barbarouses masterclass and two favourable VAR calls have fired Wellington back to the top of the ALM ladder with a 2-1 win over Sydney FC.

AAP

Worry about an all-time title race, not marginal refereeing decisions

The worst aspect of VAR is the way it has persuaded fans and pundits there can be absolute clarity over every decision

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West Ham’s stoppage-time double seals comeback and adds to Everton woes

Tomas Soucek and Edson Álvarez both scored in stoppage time as West Ham came from behind to win 3-1 at Everton

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Liverpool Beats Chelsea 1-0 In Carabao Cup Final After VAR Intervention

Discover how Liverpool's victory in the Carabao Cup final against Chelsea was influenced by VAR controversies and key decisions in modern football.

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Carabao Cup final: Why Moises Caicedo wasn't sent off by VAR in Chelsea vs Liverpool

Chelsea midfielder Moises Caicedo escaped punishment after a challenge which saw Liverpool's Ryan Graverberch stretchered off

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Rodri rescues draw for Manchester City against Chelsea after Sterling strike

An 83rd-minute equaliser from Rodri secured a 1-1 draw for Manchester City – now four points behind leaders Liverpool – against Chelsea

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The Guardian - UK

Blue cards in football would be a backward step for the game

We need to eradicate dissent but risking the quality of the spectacle is not the way to do it

The Guardian - UK

‘Nowhere near good enough’: Premier League admits VAR needs to improve

The Premier League have accepted VAR checks are too frequent and take too long but insisted the technology is helping referees reach correct decisions

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VAR decisions analyzed: Controversy and clarity in Premier League matches

Discover how VAR decisions have impacted every Premier League club in the 2023-24 season. Get an ultimate guide to VAR in the Premier League.

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Rudan faces FA sanction over furious referee rant

Football Australia says it will issue Western Sydney coach Marko Rudan with a "show cause" notice following his angry post-match comments on Sunday.

The Guardian - UK

‘Misapplication of the laws’: VAR error leads to full replay of Belgian match

Genk were denied a penalty retake in defeat to Anderlecht and the ruling to overturn it is believed to be first of its kind in European football

The Guardian - AU

Australia pegged back by Uzbekistan but finish top of Asian Cup group

Martin Boyle converted controversial first-half penalty but White Wolves were well worth their equaliser

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