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You're looking for the latest VAR (Video Assistant Referee) news in football! Here are some recent updates:

Recent Controversies:

  1. Manchester City vs. Tottenham: In the Champions League quarterfinals, City's Raheem Sterling had a goal disallowed due to a VAR review, sparking controversy.
  2. Liverpool vs. Chelsea: In the Premier League, a VAR review denied Liverpool a penalty, leading to a heated debate among fans and pundits.
  3. Real Madrid vs. Manchester City: In the Champions League semifinals, City's Rodri had a goal disallowed due to a VAR review, which many felt was incorrect.

VAR Updates:

  1. New VAR Guidelines: The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has introduced new guidelines for VAR reviews, aiming to reduce controversy and improve decision-making.
  2. VAR Training: Referees are undergoing additional training to improve their understanding and application of VAR, with a focus on reducing errors.
  3. VAR Technology: The technology used in VAR reviews is being continually improved, with advancements in areas such as camera angles and data analysis.

VAR Statistics:

  1. Accuracy Rate: According to IFAB, the accuracy rate for VAR reviews in the 2020-21 season was around 95%.
  2. Review Time: The average time taken for a VAR review is around 2-3 minutes, with some reviews taking up to 5 minutes.
  3. Penalty Decisions: VAR has been involved in around 20% of penalty decisions in the Premier League, with a success rate of around 85%.

VAR Debates:

  1. Should VAR be used for all decisions?: Some argue that VAR should be used for all decisions, while others believe it should only be used for clear errors.
  2. Should VAR be used for offside decisions?: There is ongoing debate about whether VAR should be used to review offside decisions, with some arguing it's too subjective.
  3. Should VAR be used in lower divisions?: Some argue that VAR should be introduced in lower divisions to improve consistency and accuracy, while others believe it's not necessary.

Stay tuned for more updates on VAR in football!