FIFA World Cup 2026: What does VAR actually mean in soccer?

The introduction of VAR has divided soccer fans for years. There are some who believe helping referees get to the right ...

VAR explained by former referee: How will it work at World Cup?

VAR will again take center stage this summer. Here's what to know about how it works and what's new for the 2026 World Cup.
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2026 World Cup officials announced as referee earnings and roles annoucned

FIFA appoints 52 referees, 88 assistant referees, and 30 VAR officials for the 2026 World Cup, with varied earnings based on ...

Soccer 101: What Is VAR and how does it work?

When a VAR check is underway, the referee on the field is in constant communication with the video official. In some cases, ...
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Every rule change you need to know about ahead of World Cup 2026 as VAR given more power

There will be some rules changes to keep across ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026. So much has been made about the application ...
The New York Times

Why referees hate VAR just as much as you do: ‘It felt like the walls were closing in’

Design: Kelsea Petersen/The Athletic; Photos: Paul Ellis/Getty Images, Ryan Pierce/Getty Images Graham Scott refereed in the Premier League for a decade before retiring in 2025 to return to his ...
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Champions League final referee and VAR: Match officials chosen for PSG vs. Arsenal as German crew named in 2026

The UEFA Champions League is considered the most prestigious club football competition in the world, and thus every ...

Biggest VAR call ever? Four chaotic minutes that may define the season

The most consequential decision in the history of VAR in the Premier League is played out over four minutes 11 seconds of ...

Gillett to referee Hull City v Boro play-off final

Australian official Jared Gillett is appointed referee of Saturday's Championship play-off final between Hull City and ...
Sports Illustrated

Tottenham vs Chelsea: Who is the referee and VAR for the Premier League clash?

The officials have been confirmed for Chelsea's Premier League clash against Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League. A London derby awaits Chelsea as they look to extend their winning run against ...