What is the benefit of 'thicker lines'? With the new season around the corner, we look at the major rule changes to look out for heading into 2021/22. Thicker linesImage: 'Thicker lines' are aimed at giving the benefit to the attacking teamPremier League VARs are set to use 'thicker lines' in games this season to determine marginal decisions. An agreement to use thicker lines followed a presentation by Professional Game Match Officials Limited [PGMOL] referees' chief Mike Riley to clubs at their annual general meeting in June. The PGMOL hopes the change will give the benefit back to the attacking team after Premier League clubs gave feedback in a VAR survey last season.

Source: Sky sports July 22, 2021 12:22 UTC