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VAR Usage Discrepancies at World Cup and Premier League

Updated 2026-06-22 14:50 UTC 1 source Neutral

There are more Video Assistant Referee (VAR) reviews during the World Cup compared to the Premier League, despite a perception of fewer incidents. This discrepancy raises questions about consistency in officiating.

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Is VAR being used differently at the World Cup vs the Premier League?

The stats show that there have been more VAR reviews at the World Cup than in the Premier League. So why does perception suggest the opposite?

2026-06-22 14:39 UTC