Liverpool extended their lead at the top of the Premier League to 16 points – with a game in hand – as they edge ever closer to a first title in 30 years.
Tag: VAR
Farke has no complaints after Godfrey’s trial by video
Norwich manager Daniel Farke felt both red cards were correct decisions as his side’s 1-0 win over fellow strugglers Bournemouth witnessed the Premier League’s first pitchside VAR review.
Norwich scrape win as VAR monitor is used for first time in Premier League
Norwich held on for a crucial 1-0 win over fellow strugglers Bournemouth which finished 10-a-side and featured the Premier League’s first pitchside VAR review.
Referees advised to use pitchside monitors on red card decisions
Referees have been advised to use pitchside monitors to make a final ruling on red card decisions, the PA news agency understands.
Wolves keeper John Ruddy laments combination of VAR and the new handball rule
John Ruddy became the latest to voice his frustration at the new handball rule after Wolves were once again denied a goal by the video assistant referee in their 1-0 defeat at Manchester United.
Rashford substitution ‘backfired’ as United top scorer doubtful for Liverpool
Marcus Rashford is a major injury doubt for Manchester United’s visit to Liverpool this weekend after Ole Gunnar Solskjaer admitted bringing the striker off the bench “backfired” in the FA Cup win over Wolves.
Mata sends Manchester United through to round four but Rashford injury sours win
Juan Mata’s second-half strike saw Manchester United advance to the FA Cup fourth round but their 1-0 victory over Wolves was soured by an injury scare to Marcus Rashford at Old Trafford.
Arsenal pegged back at Palace as Aubameyang sees red following VAR decision
Arsenal captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang opened the scoring at Crystal Palace, but was later sent off as the hosts fought back to draw 1-1 at Selhurst Park.
Stoney cold on prospect of VAR in women’s game
Manchester United Women manager Casey Stoney doubts VAR will ever be used in the Women’s Super League.
Careful what you wish for – McLean issues VAR warning to Scottish clubs
Kenny McLean has told Scottish football to be wary of VAR as calls grow for it to be introduced in the Ladbrokes Premiership.
Tom Huddlestone pleased as pitchside monitor used for right decision at Palace
Derby midfielder Tom Huddlestone was pleased the pitchside monitor contributed towards the right decision being made during his side’s 1-0 win at Crystal Palace.
Pitchside monitor used for first time in England as Derby beat 10-man Palace
Wayne Rooney helped Derby cause an upset at Crystal Palace to reach the FA Cup fourth round on an afternoon where the pitchside monitor was used for the first time in England.
AFC Fylde joke over ‘armpits’ as first non-league side set to experience VAR
AFC Fylde players have been warned to “keep their armpits tucked in” after it was confirmed the Lancashire side will be the first non-league club to experience VAR.
Watford ‘lose’ appeal over Christian Kabasele red card
Watford’s appeal against Christian Kabasele’s red card in the Premier League win over Wolves on New Year’s Day has been unsuccessful, the PA news agency understands.
VAR to the rescue for Palace as late leveller denies Norwich vital win
Norwich were denied two precious points in their survival bid as a VAR-awarded goal from substitute Connor Wickham earned Crystal Palace a 1-1 draw at Carrow Road.
Nuno Espirito Santo questions VAR use despite decision going in Wolves’ favour
Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo is concerned by the reaction of fans to VAR decisions after Watford defender Christian Kabasele was sent off at Vicarage Road.
IFAB general secretary says VAR should only reverse ‘clear and obvious’ offsides
VAR technology should only be used to reverse “clear and obvious” mistakes including offside decisions, according to the general secretary of the law-making International Football Association Board.
Brighton boss Graham Potter unconvinced VAR is necessary
Brighton head coach Graham Potter has waded into the current debate surrounding VAR and questioned whether decision needs to be right following a controversial weekend for technology in the Premier League.
Klopp urges Liverpool to keep fighting for points after battling past Wolves
Leaders Liverpool may have a commanding advantage at the midway point of their Premier League season but manager Jurgen Klopp expects to scrap for every point in the second half of the campaign.
VAR mars Liverpool victory over Wolves, Chelsea and City return to winning ways
Liverpool restored their 13-point lead at the top of the Premier League table with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Wolves which was beset by VAR controversy.