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REUTERS/HANNAH MCKAY
[Saba
Sports News] British media reports highlight the growing dissatisfaction among
English fans regarding the lengthy review process of the Video Assistant
Referee (VAR) system. Fans have expressed their frustration with the time it
takes for VAR decisions to be made. According to the reports, an increasing
number of fans are urging Premier League referee chief Howard Webb to address
the issue and expedite the review process. During Liverpool’s 2-1 victory over
Crystal Palace, referee Andy Medley reportedly watched 24 replays before
awarding a penalty. Similarly, in Manchester United’s previous win against Chelsea,
referee Kvaerner reviewed 10 replays from the sidelines. A survey conducted by
the Football Supporters’ Association (FSA) during the summer revealed that 92%
of respondents were frustrated by the lengthy VAR review process. Fans
expressed their dissatisfaction with the inability to watch or listen to the
discussions between the on-field referees and the VAR officials, which can make
the decision-making process seem more complex. While fans hope for accurate
referee decisions, they believe that the review process should not be
excessively time-consuming. Many fans are eager for Howard Webb to find a
solution to address the issue, and they view it as a potential Christmas
present if improvements can be made.