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Three-quarters of Premier League fans oppose VAR, survey shows
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A survey by the Football Supporters' Association reveals that 75% of Premier League fans want video assistant referee technology scrapped. Nearly 8,000 supporters from all 20 top-flight clubs responded, with most citing reduced spontaneity in goal celebrations and prolonged decision times. The Premier League acknowledges fan concerns but maintains VAR improves accuracy.
The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) has announced sweeping reforms to its statutes and regulations to strengthen football governance across Africa. President Patrice Motsepe said the changes aim to prevent controversies like those in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations finals. The reforms draw from global best practices and input from top legal experts.
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River Plate defeated Estudiantes de Río Cuarto 2-0 in matchday 12 of the 2026 Apertura Tournament at Antonio Candini Stadium in Córdoba, securing their third consecutive win under Eduardo Coudet. Gonzalo Montiel scored from the penalty spot and Maximiliano Salas sealed the victory. The match featured VAR-resolved controversies.
At the U17 World Cup in Qatar, Germany's team used Fifa's new challenge system for the first time. Coach Marc-Patrick Meister requested a review of a suspected offside after Colombia's equalizer, leading to confirmation of the goal. The system aims to make video reviews more accessible for smaller tournaments.