Three-quarters of Premier League fans are against the use of VAR, a survey by the Football Supporters’ Association has found. More than 90 per cent also feel the technology has removed the spontaneous joy of goal celebrations. The introduction this season of in-game announcements to explain VAR decisions is supported by more than half of fans but there is still disgruntlement about the communication process overall. The FSA’s Premier League network manager Thomas Concannon said: “These findings back up the FSA’s previous survey in 2021, where fans expressed misgivings about the introduction of VAR. “As part of ongoing dialogue with supporters, Premier League research indicates fans are largely in favour of keeping VAR, but improving the way it is used.”

Source: Irish Examiner March 30, 2026 11:56 UTC