Premier League make statement after clear 'VAR removal' verdict is givenVAR has been a big talking topic since its introduction into the Premier League, with one survey showing what top-flight fans think of the technology which often proves controversialView 2 Images VAR was introduced in the Premier League in 2019. As a result, VAR is less intrusive in the Premier League than in other European leagues, including the Champions League, where VAR intervenes almost twice as often." Since its introduction, VAR has undergone a few tweaks, including the introduction of semi-automated offside. Speaking to BBC Sport, the FSA’s Premier League network manager Thomas Concannon said: "The results show that most fans want VAR removed. It was recently reported that refereeing errors on the pitch and through VAR have risen across most categories in this season's Premier League.

Source: Express March 30, 2026 13:12 UTC