VAR explained by former referee: How will it work at World Cup?

VAR will again take center stage this summer. Here's what to know about how it works and what's new for the 2026 World Cup.

Soccer 101: What Is VAR and how does it work?

When a VAR check is underway, the referee on the field is in constant communication with the video official. In some cases, ...

Biggest VAR call ever? Four chaotic minutes that may define the season

The most consequential decision in the history of VAR in the Premier League is played out over four minutes 11 seconds of ...

Video Assistant Referee (VAR)

Man City striker talks to Shearer and Lineker about beating the offside trap, refusing to wear gloves and being pushed ...
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Champions League final referee and VAR: Match officials chosen for PSG vs. Arsenal as German crew named in 2026

The UEFA Champions League is considered the most prestigious club football competition in the world, and thus every European-based referee hopes to be assigned to take charge of the final.

Three more VAR errors confirmed by Premier League panel

Three more video assistant referee errors are confirmed by the Premier League's Key Match Incidents panel, taking the total number this season to 23.
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Understanding VAR in Soccer: How Video Review Changes The Game

When referees in the English Premier League actually walk over to the pitchside monitor and review a call, they overturned their original decision in the vast majority of cases. That number is ...