What is VAR? Soccer's video review system explained for World Cup

VAR has changed how soccer is officiated and it has new powers at the 2026 World Cup. Here is how the video review system ...
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New World Cup rules, explained: VAR at corners, 10-second subs and more to know in 2026

Considered the most iconic competition in the sport, the FIFA World Cup isn't often the testing ground for new rules or ...

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.

World Cup's new rules explained: VAR for corners, no GK 'timeouts,' red card for covering your mouth

The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has made some big changes to soccer ahead of the World Cup. But what do ...
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VAR decisions to be explained on-screen at Euro 2024 stadiums

UEFA has announced that more detailed VAR explanations will be part of officiating changes introduced at this summer’s European Championship in an attempt to improve clarity around decisions. Big ...
The New York Times

Explained: How in-stadium VAR announcements will work in Carabao Cup semi-finals

The video assistant referee has not yet been used in this year’s Carabao Cup, but it will feature in this week’s semi-finals and, for the first time in English football, in-stadium VAR announcements ...