May 15th 2024.
Wayne Rooney, a former Manchester United player, has shared his opinion on the use of VAR in the Premier League. He hopes that the clubs will vote to get rid of it, as he believes it has taken away the enjoyment of the game. This was announced on Wednesday when it was revealed that Wolves had officially called for the removal of the Video Assistant Referee, which has been in use since 2019.
The proposal will be put to a vote among all 20 Premier League clubs at their annual meeting on June 6th. A two-thirds majority is needed for it to pass. Rooney was ecstatic about this news, as he expressed on Sky Sports, saying, "Please! I don't like VAR." He believes that if it's there to ensure correct decisions are made, then it's fair. However, it has caused delays in celebrating goals and has even resulted in incorrect decisions being made. Rooney believes it's better to let the officials make the calls on the field rather than relying on technology.
Wolves' proposal to get rid of VAR was influenced by Rooney's sentiments about how it ruins the moment of celebrating a goal. They also mentioned other factors such as how it undermines the value of the Premier League brand and damages the reputation of the league. They even brought up the absurd claims of corruption that have arisen due to the use of VAR. It's clear that Wolves and Rooney are not the only ones who are not fans of VAR.
Fellow pundit and Manchester United legend, Roy Keane, also shared his thoughts on VAR, saying, "The strange thing is that we talk about the decisions more than ever now considering this has all been there to try to help the officials." He believes that VAR has not made things easier for the referees and has only caused more controversy and frustration for everyone involved in the game. Keane also mentioned how the delay in making decisions takes away the joy of scoring a goal.
The Premier League has responded to Wolves' proposal, saying that they will discuss the issue of VAR at their annual general meeting. They acknowledge the concerns and issues surrounding its use but remain committed to improving the system for the benefit of the game and the fans. They fully support the use of VAR and believe that with the help of the PGMOL (Professional Game Match Officials Limited), they can make necessary improvements to the system.
In conclusion, it's clear that the use of VAR in the Premier League has caused more harm than good. Players, fans, and even pundits like Rooney and Keane are not in favor of it. It's now up to the clubs to vote and decide whether or not to scrap VAR from the Premier League. Whatever the decision may be, it's important to remember that the ultimate goal is to make the game fair and enjoyable for everyone.
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