Rangers vs Celtic referee watch as Don Robertson's performance analysed The whistler took charge of his second derby fixture after officiating his first game last season. The National (Scotland) · Sep 3, 2023
Aberdeen manager Barry Robson responds on Southampton link to striker Bojan Miovski BARRY Robson last night admitted that Aberdeen fans and VAR had helped the Pittodrie club to earn a 2-2 draw against St Mirren at the SMISA Stadium. The National (Scotland) · Aug 27, 2023
Like all great mythical figures, even Mike Dean had an achilles heel In today’s Football Daily: Mike Dean, Luis Rubiales and even more earworms The Guardian - UK · Aug 25, 2023
Mike Dean avoided VAR call to spare official grief in Chelsea-Tottenham clash The former Premier League referee was on VAR duty when Cristian Romero avoided a red card for pulling Marc Cucurella to the floor by his hair. The Independent UK · Aug 25, 2023
‘He is a mate’: Mike Dean admits ignoring VAR call to protect referee in Chelsea vs Tottenham draw Former Premier League referee Mike Dean has made a remarkable admission regarding a VAR call in last season's fiery London derby between Chelsea and Tottenham at Stamford Bridge. Evening Standard · Aug 25, 2023
Mike Dean refused to send wrong decision to VAR as referee ‘is a mate’ Dean admits his decision to spare referee Anthony Taylor durign last season’s Chelsea vs Spurs match was ‘pathetic’ The Independent UK · Aug 25, 2023
Barry Ferguson insists Celtic were denied penalty vs Kilmarnock Seak Haksabanovic went down in the final moments of the Viaplay Cup last 16 tie at Rugby Park under the attention of Lewis Mayo. The National (Scotland) · Aug 21, 2023
10 things we have learned from the Women’s World Cup Spectacular goals, improved goalkeeping and calls for more VAR are all features of a record-breaking tournament The Guardian - UK · Aug 19, 2023
Matildas sign off with defeat as Sweden secure third place at Women’s World Cup Fridolina Rolfö’s penalty and Kosovare Asllani’s second-half effort consigned the Matildas to a 2-0 loss in a bruising penultimate match of the tournament The Guardian - AU · Aug 19, 2023
I won’t sit on the fence – Mike Dean ready to criticise referees in new role Dean quit his role as a dedicated VAR and coach in the summer in order to move into a role as a pundit on Sky Sports’ Soccer Saturday. The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2023
Andre Onana gives verdict on Wolves penalty decision in controversial Manchester United win Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana has insisted the right decision was made not to award Wolves a penalty in Monday night’s clash at Old Trafford. Evening Standard · Aug 15, 2023
VAR correct not to award Wolves late penalty – Man Utd goalkeeper Andre Onana United opened their league account for the season in unconvincing fashion as Raphael Varane’s header was enough to earn a 1-0 victory. The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2023
Wolves’ Gary O’Neil perplexed by non-award of penalty at Manchester United Gary O’Neil, Wolves’ manager, received an apology from the referees’ manager Jon Moss after their defeat at Manchester United while Erik ten Hag admitted his team need to improve ‘our skills’ The Guardian - UK · Aug 14, 2023
‘VAR is pathetic’: Jeff Stelling and the best reactions to Andre Onana penalty incident against Wolves Wolves had a penalty shout turned down in stoppage time after a potential foul from Manchester United’s goalkeeper The Independent UK · Aug 14, 2023
The Independent UK · Aug 14, 2023 Raphael Varane header earns Manchester United opening victory over Wolves Varane headed home from close range with 14 minutes remaining.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 14, 2023 Raphaël Varane gives nervy Manchester United win against lively Wolves Central defender Raphaël Varane headed the only goal as Manchester United beat Wolves 1-0 although the hosts survived a late VAR scare
Evening Standard · Aug 13, 2023 Chelsea 1-1 Liverpool: Mauricio Pochettino era starts with draw as Blues impress at Stamford Bridge The Mauricio Pochettino era at Chelsea began with a 1-1 draw against Liverpool on the opening weekend of the Premier League season.
The Independent UK · Aug 13, 2023 Two assists for James Maddison as Tottenham move on without Harry Kane with draw Spurs started life without record goal-scorer Harry Kane with an entertaining 2-2 draw at Brentford
The National (Scotland) · Aug 12, 2023 Docherty demands Dundee become ruthless as he questions second penalty call Tony Docherty reckons Dundee should have had a second penalty in the defeat to St Mirren.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 6, 2023 Fans Were in Disbelief By Replay that Eliminated USWNT from World Cup VAR showed that Sweden won by the narrowest of margins.
The Independent UK · Aug 6, 2023 USA knocked out of World Cup by Sweden after dramatic penalty shoot-out USA were knocked out by the barest of margins.
The National (Scotland) · Aug 5, 2023 Explained in five minutes: VAR, rules of the game & officiating tweaks The Scottish Premiership returns this weekend for the much-anticipated 2023/24 season.
The National (Scotland) · Aug 3, 2023 Neil Lennon backs SFA over VAR decision as he urges ex-players to get involved Neil Lennon is backing the SFA for creating VAR specialists ahead of the new season but he’d love to see ex-players involved and reckons the…
The National (Scotland) · Aug 3, 2023 Scottish FA appoint first dedicated VARs ahead of Premiership kick-off The first top-flight game will take place on Saturday at lunchtime at Celtic Park and the champions host Ross County.
The Independent UK · Jul 17, 2023 Lack of live VAR communication to football fans ‘a huge missed opportunity’ The boss of TNT Sports believes fans deserve to have greater insight into the decision-making process.