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EPL: 19 clubs vote to retain VAR, seek key changes
The English Premier League clubs have voted to keep using the video assistant referee (VAR) system in the league, with only Wolves voting to remove the technology at the annual general meeting on Thursday.
Wolves kicked off a referendum on the use of VAR in the 2024-25 season by presenting a resolution to the Premier League in May, asking for the elimination of video assisted referees.
For VAR to be removed, 14 of the 20 Premier League clubs needed to vote in favor. However, Wolves did not garner enough support from other clubs in the top flight.
A statement by the Premier League following Thursday’s vote confirmed the decision: “Premier League clubs today voted in favor of continuing to operate VAR in the Premier League.
While VAR produces more accurate decision-making, it was agreed that improvements should be made for the benefit of the game and supporters.”
The decision highlights the commitment of Premier League clubs to enhancing the accuracy and fairness of officiating, while also recognizing the need for ongoing improvements to the VAR system.
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