The Premier League aims to alleviate frustration with the VAR system by launching a new social media account that will offer near real-time updates and explanations of officiating decisions for each match.
Despite significant criticism and a petition from Wolverhampton Wanderers calling for its removal, teams voted to retain VAR in June.
“In the absence of live VAR audio being broadcast, as it is not permitted in football, the Premier League Match Centre will be able to relay on social media near-live information from the VAR Hub during a game,” the league said in a statement on Tuesday.
In addition to posting refereeing decisions, the X account, @PLMatchCentre, will also provide insights directly from the VAR hub and refereeing experts with the aim of bringing transparency, the league said.
Experts from PGMOL, the league’s officiating body, will also clarify the laws of the game and provide additional information and updates on the VAR decision-making processes when necessary.