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Premier League announces major VAR change ahead of the new season

The Premier League has announced a significant change to VAR ahead of the 2024-25 season.

VAR has been in place in the English top flight since the 2019-20 campaign and there have been some controversial incidents in the ensuing period.

Last season Nottingham Forest criticised VAR on X after decisions went against them during a game against Everton.

However, the Premier League is now taking steps as they attempt to address those issues.

Following the announcement, the change has been met by a mixed response from fans.

The Premier League has announced a significant change to VAR ahead of the 2024-25 season

The Premier League has launched a new account on X which will provide 'near-live' explanations of refereeing decisions. 

A statement from the Premier League read: 'The Premier League has launched a new X account @PLMatchCentre ahead of the start of the 2024/25 season.

'For the first time, the social media account will provide near-live explainers and updates on operational and officiating matters for every Premier League match.

'The account will post factual explanations of on-pitch refereeing decisions and the involvement of the video assistant referee (VAR) including the role of technology in the decision-making process.

'In the absence of live VAR audio being broadcast, as it is not permitted in football, the Premier League Match Centre will be able to relay on social media near-live information from the VAR Hub during a game.

'Premier League Match Centre – based at Stockley Park – is the operational hub of the League that helps with the smooth running of matchday operations of the competition. It is linked into all 20 Premier League stadiums, the VAR Hub and broadcast partners around the world.'

Some fans believe that the change will be positive, with one writing: 'Finally! This is a big step forward'.

A new Premier League account on X will provide clarification regarding VAR decisions

Meanwhile, another fan wrote: 'Very good development', with another adding: 'Thank you for listening. Hopefully it's good communication'.

However, some supporters are less optimistic about the new initiative. One stated: 'Cannot wait for the updates on bad VAR decisions and apologies.'

Furthermore, another fan stated: 'The incompetence will be entertaining at least.'

Another fan predicted that 'chaos' will ensue. They wrote: 'Let the chaos begin. This should be fun.' 

Source: dailymail.co.uk

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