Matchgoing Premier League fans overwhelmingly against VAR, survey finds
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Matchgoing Premier League fans overwhelmingly against VAR, survey finds
"The results demonstrate just how unpopular VAR has become, with more than 97% of respondents opposing the statement that VAR makes watching football more enjoyable, while more than 90% disagree that it has made the matchgoing experience better."
"Fewer than 3% of those polled agree that decisions are reached in a reasonable amount of time, and an overwhelming majority do not feel they are now being made more quickly despite efforts to speed the process up."
"More than 90% also feel the technology has removed the spontaneous joy of goal celebrations, indicating a significant emotional impact on fans."
"The only use of technology that is strongly supported, according to the poll, is goal-line technology, which was backed by more than 93 percent of respondents."
A survey by the Football Supporters' Association reveals that 75.71% of Premier League fans oppose VAR. Over 97% believe VAR does not enhance enjoyment, and more than 90% feel it detracts from the matchgoing experience. Fans express frustration over decision-making times, with fewer than 3% agreeing that decisions are made quickly. While over half support in-game announcements for VAR decisions, there is significant discontent regarding communication. Goal-line technology is the only aspect of VAR that receives strong support, with over 93% approval.
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