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Carlos Clos Gómez, formerly in charge of VAR operations for Spain's refereeing committee, has been appointed as the new head of refereeing for the Czech Republic. The move marks a significant international role for the experienced official.
The Ziraat Türkiye Kupası semi-final between Beşiktaş and Konyaspor has its VAR and AVAR referees announced, adding a layer of scrutiny to the crucial clash.
Arsenal's Champions League title defense ends after a defeat to OL Lyonnes, who overturned a first-leg deficit to reach the final. Barcelona also advanced, overcoming Bayern Munich to set up a blockbuster final against Lyon. Meanwhile, Birmingham City head coach Amy Merricks joined the Women's Football Weekly podcast.
Lyon staged a comeback to overturn a first-leg deficit and eliminate Arsenal, while Barcelona overcame Bayern Munich to set up a final clash. Meanwhile, Birmingham City head coach Amy Merricks appeared on the Women's Football Weekly podcast.
Arsenal were eliminated from the Women's Champions League after losing to OL Lyonnes in the semi-final second leg, while Barcelona advanced to the final after defeating Bayern Munich.
Birmingham City's head coach Amy Merricks appears on the Women's Football Weekly podcast, while Barcelona secures a spot in the UEFA Women's Champions League final against OL Lyonnes after defeating Bayern Munich.
Arsenal's Champions League title defence came to an end as OL Lyonnes overturned a first-leg deficit to reach the final. Meanwhile, Birmingham City head coach Amy Merricks joined the Women's Football Weekly podcast.
Everton's Thierno Barry scored after being offside, with Manchester City's Marc Guehi providing the assist. Analysis of the incident's fairness, the offside law, and other key decisions in the match.
LFP pioneers VAR audio broadcasts in Ligue 1 McDonald's, offering fans real-time insights into referee decisions. First test aims to boost transparency in French football.
In a press conference following Liverpool's 3-2 loss to Manchester United, manager Arne Slot expressed fury over the VAR decision that allowed United's second goal. He also highlighted other issues to address after the defeat.
Arsenal's reign as European champions ended with a narrow loss to OL Lyonnes in the Women's Champions League final. The match was decided by a late VAR-confirmed goal from Jule Brand and a penalty retake scored by Wendie Renard after Arsenal's goalkeeper was penalized.
Arsenal lost to OL Lyonnes in the Women's Champions League final, with the match decided by a VAR decision that kept Jule Brand onside for the winning goal and a penalty retake after Arsenal's goalkeeper Daphne van Domselaar stepped off her line early, allowing Wendie Renard to score.
Arsenal faced heartbreak in the Women's Champions League after a VAR decision significantly impacted the match outcome, as reported in a press conference, leading to their disappointing exit from the tournament.
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery criticizes VAR officials for not sending off Elliot Anderson after a reckless challenge on Ollie Watkins during their loss to Nottingham Forest.
A podcast discussion highlighted Arsenal's tense 1-1 draw against Atlético Madrid in Madrid, focusing on VAR and handball controversies. The podcast also previewed upcoming Premier League fixtures and compared the match's entertainment value to PSG vs Bayern.
Learn why referees hesitate to overrule VAR, as revealed by Ian Ladyman, and how Arsenal were wronged in their Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid, impacting trust in officiating.
The German FA conceded that it would have been better to award Lucas Höler's goal after referee Tobias Welz's premature whistle ruled out a potential winner for SC Freiburg in the DFB-Pokal semifinal.
SC Freiburg were left enraged after the referee's premature whistle on an incident involving Lucas Höler and Jeff Chabot stopped the VAR from reviewing a potential foul, sparking controversy in the DFB-Pokal.
Stuttgart sporting director Fabian Wohlgemuth expressed his delight and refused to comment on the controversial disallowed goal after his team edged Freiburg to reach the DFB-Pokal final in a tense encounter.
SC Freiburg defender Christian Günter strongly criticized the referee's decision to disallow a goal against his team, calling the call incomprehensible and threatening to end his career if such actions are deemed fouls.