VAR denies Van Dijk's goal: experts reveal details of the controversial decision.
14.11.2025
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Shostal Oleksandr
14.11.2025
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Conclusions of experts on the VAR decision
The expert council of the Premier League concluded that Virgil van Dijk should not have been considered offside when scoring the disallowed goal during the Liverpool vs. Manchester City match. However, the team, which includes former players, coaches, and referees, supported the VAR decision made by referee Michael Oliver not to intervene in the situation.PGMOL boss Howard Webb argued on Tuesday that Oliver’s...
Reactions to the experts' decision
This decision provoked active discussion among fans and analysts of the football world, as it is important to understand how effectively the VAR system works in crucial moments of the game. The question remains whether this decision will be reviewed in the future, considering the different perspectives in the football community. Thus, the experts' decision underscores the complexity of VAR's operation and the dependence on the interpretation of the rules. The discussion surrounding this episode will undoubtedly continue, and possible changes in approaches to the use of technology could unexpectedly impact future matches.Read also
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