Hearts suffered a 1-0 defeat against ten-man Kilmarnock in the Scottish Premiership, remaining at the bottom of the table. Kilmarnock’s Bruce Anderson scored from a penalty after Robbie Deas’s red card. Hearts had chances but ultimately failed to capitalize, highlighting their struggles. The match was marked by VAR interventions and notable goalkeeping performances.
Arsenal’s impressive corner-kick prowess was on display again at Fulham, leading to a Saliba equalizer, but VAR intervened late, denying Saka a late winner and leaving Arsenal four points behind Liverpool. The match highlighted both Arsenal’s attacking strength and their vulnerabilities.
Southampton earned their first Premier League win of the season with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Everton, who were denied a late equaliser by VAR. Adam Armstrong’s 85th-minute goal proved decisive as Southampton moved off the bottom of the table. The match was full of drama, including missed chances, VAR interventions, and a late goal that was ultimately ruled out for offside.
Tottenham Hotspur have been fined £20,000 for their players’ actions during a heated Premier League match against West Ham United. The incident involved a melee sparked by West Ham’s Mohammed Kudus, who was red-carded for violent conduct. The FA is also investigating West Ham and Kudus for potential further disciplinary action.
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has called for VAR intervention in yellow card decisions after Crystal Palace midfielder Will Hughes escaped a red card during a controversial 1-1 draw. Maresca believes Hughes should have been sent off for a second yellow card foul, arguing that the missed call significantly impacted the game’s outcome.
The Premier League has unveiled a new X account (formerly Twitter) to provide live updates on Video Assistant Referee (VAR) decisions during matches. This official account will offer real-time information directly from the VAR Hub at Stockley Park, including clarifications on refereeing and VAR interventions.
The Paris Olympics will feature VAR and SAOT technology across all 58 football matches, ensuring accurate and transparent officiating. This technological implementation builds upon the debut of VAR at the Tokyo 2020 Games.
A Norwegian top-flight match between Rosenborg BK and Lillestroem was suspended after fans protested the use of VAR by throwing fishcakes, tennis balls, and smoke bombs onto the field. The referee abandoned the match after a series of disruptions, highlighting the growing controversy surrounding VAR in Norwegian football.
Euro 2024 has been filled with dramatic moments, controversial decisions, and stunning upsets as the tournament enters the knockout stages. From dramatic comebacks and VAR controversies to pitch invasions and a lightning-struck stadium, the tournament has provided plenty of excitement for fans.
Cody Gakpo’s goal for the Netherlands against Romania in the Euro 2024 Round of 16 was ruled offside by VAR, despite initial celebrations from the Dutch fans. The goal was initially deemed valid, but after a VAR check, Gakpo was found to be marginally ahead of Radu Dragusin when the ball was played.
