"Following a recent consultation with Clubs, the League can confirm that there will be no introduction of further technology to support Match Officials in the @SkyBetChamp for the 2026/27 season."
"The consultation found that a significant majority of Clubs in the division did not favour the introduction of a Football Video Support 'challenge' system."
"The results demonstrated just how unpopular it has become, with more than 97% of respondents opposing the statement that VAR makes watching football more enjoyable."
"Asked if they support the use of VAR in football, meanwhile, 75.71% said they do not, with more than 70% disagreeing that it has improved the overall accuracy of refereeing."
The English Football League announced that clubs have declined to implement a video assistant referee challenge system for the Championship in the 2026/27 season. The proposed Football Video Support system would have allowed managers two reviews per match. However, a significant majority of clubs opposed the introduction following a consultation. Goal Line Technology will continue to be used. Additionally, a survey revealed that a large percentage of fans are against VAR, indicating widespread dissatisfaction with its impact on the match experience.
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