VAR in Premier League Football
In the wake of Luis Diaz's disallowed goal last Saturday, the discourse surrounding the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) has plunged into a maelstrom of controversy and critique, with notable figures like Jamie Carragher voicing their dismay.
The Unsettling Silence of VAR
The match between Liverpool and Tottenham, which saw the former beaten...
A Regretful Oversight by PGMOL
In a recent clash that saw Liverpool face off against Tottenham Hotspur, a pivotal moment unfolded as Luis Diaz’s first-half goal was erroneously dismissed for offside by VAR. This incident has sparked considerable discourse and has led to PGMOL (Professional Game Match Officials Limited) extending an official apology to Liverpool,...
A Controversial Clash: Liverpool vs Tottenham
In the aftermath of Liverpool’s 2-1 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League, the supporters union, Spirit of Shankly, has voiced its concerns and frustrations over several contentious refereeing decisions, notably Luis Diaz's disallowed goal. The union has released a comprehensive statement, shedding light on the perceived inconsistencies...
A VAR Decision that's Hard to Digest
On a typically drizzly Saturday in North London, Liverpool met Spurs in what can only be described as a theatrical affair. Not for the stunning goals or splendid footwork, but for the controversial VAR decisions that swung the match's balance, leading to Liverpool's unfortunate 2-1 defeat, punctuated by...
A Closer Look at Darren England's Overseas Assignment
In a recent turn of events, Premier League referee Darren England finds himself in the spotlight, not for his officiating in England but due to his assignment in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The official, along with assistant Dan Cook, was at the centre of a significant...
A Controversial Decision
In a recent Premier League fixture, a pivotal moment unfolded as Luis Diaz’s goal for Liverpool against Tottenham was disallowed, a decision that has since been confirmed as incorrect by the PGMOL. Jamie Carragher, the Anfield legend and renowned Sky Sports pundit, didn’t hold back his thoughts on this controversial ruling, expressing...
A Controversial Defeat: Liverpool's VAR Woes
In a match marked by controversy and high stakes, Liverpool faced a 2-1 defeat against Tottenham Hotspur in North London. Virgil van Dijk, Liverpool's stalwart defender, didn’t mince his words post-match, expressing his diminishing faith in the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system. The match saw a late own goal...
If you were to take an interest in football from scratch in 2023 while being mathematically minded, you’d find a wealth of player and team data at your fingertips, just sitting around and waiting to be analysed.
It wasn’t always this way. You don’t have to look back much further than about a decade to...
