The worst aspect of VAR is the way it has persuaded fans and pundits there can be absolutely clarity over every decisionSign up to Jonathan’s weekly newsletter hereFine margins. A little more than five years ago at the Etihad, John Stones belted a clearance into Ederson and then, as it rebounded towards the line, lunged to hook the ball away. The Goal Decision System ruled the whole of the ball had been 11.7mm from crossing the whole of the line. Liverpool were denied an opener, went on to lose 2-1 and their lead at the top of the table was cut to four points. Email soccerwithjw@theguardian.com, and he’ll answer the best in a future edition Continue reading...... read full articleSource: TheGuardian

Source: The Guardian March 11, 2024 15:04 UTC