Deciding the order of games on Match of the Day involves various factors, including goals, match significance, and controversial calls. The programme editor has ultimate control and collaborates with presenters and pundits. Each week, the MOTD team consults with the Premier League regarding important VAR decisions. Typically, high-scoring games are prioritized early in the season, while goalless draws may become important depending on season context. Factors influencing the running order can shift as the season progresses, particularly affecting late-season standings.
The running order is determined by several factors, including the number of goals, the importance of the result in the title race or relegation battle, controversial VAR calls, and the overall quality of the game.
The MOTD programme editor has the final call on the running order, collaborating with presenters and pundits, while also accounting for the progression of the season.
Goalless draws are typically placed lower in the programme, unless they hold significance towards the end of the season in relation to the title race.
High-scoring games generally take precedence at the start of the season, while as the season progresses, other factors like standings become more influential.
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