VAR

PSL Chairman Press Conference

PSL seeks more clarity before fully participating in VAR rollout

The Premier Soccer League has acknowledged progress in the plans to introduce Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology in South African football, but has indicated that key information is still outstanding before the league can fully participate in the discussion.

CAF referee during a VAR review

Victor Hlungwani applauds progress on VAR rollout in SA football

Former PSL referee Victor Hlungwani has welcomed developments towards introducing VAR in South Africa’s domestic football league.

Gayton McKenzie (Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture of South Africa) at the memorial and funeral service of broadcaster Thabiso Sikwane at 3C Ministries on September 06, 2024 in Centurion,

Public internet VAR model wins favour with South African delegation

Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie’s senior advisor, Charles Cilliers insists the public internet version of the VAR offered by Quality Media Production is best suited for South African conditions.

VAR review screen

SAFA opts for full VAR system over VAR Lite ahead of Portfolio Committee briefing

Former FIFA referee and Project Leader of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) management team, Daniel Bennett, says he will be meeting the rest of the members of his team to fast-track the process of finalising SAFA VAR plans, ahead of Tuesday’s Department of Sports, Arts and Culture parliamentary portfolio committee meeting.

CAF referee during a VAR review

Bennett impressed with Quality Media’s VAR setup, as SAFA prepares to make key decisions

Minister of Sports, Arts, and Culture Gayton McKenzie’s plan to introduce the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) in South Africa is gathering momentum.

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Bukayo Saka unhappy with VAR despite Arsenal's win over Newcastle

Bukayo Saka admitted his frustration with VAR after Arsenal battled to a dramatic 2-1 win over Newcastle at St James' Park on Sunday, with Gabriel's stoppage-time header sealing all three points.

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