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Premier League Set To Vote On VAR Removal

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Premier League clubs are poised to make a crucial decision on the future of video assistant referees (VAR) in the next season.

Wolves have taken a significant step by formally submitting a resolution to the Premier League, paving the way for a vote among the 20 member clubs during their annual general meeting in Harrogate on June 6.

In their resolution, Wolves highlighted that while VAR was initially introduced with good intentions, it has resulted in numerous unintended negative consequences that have eroded the relationship between fans and football.

Since its introduction in 2019 to aid on-field referees, VAR has been embroiled in controversy this season due to several contentious incidents.

Wolves weighed in on the matter, asserting, “The price we are paying for a small increase in accuracy is at odds with the spirit of our game.”

In response, the Premier League acknowledged the concerns but affirmed its unwavering support for VAR, pledging to collaborate with the referees’ body PGMOL to address issues and improve the technology.

 

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Tottenham’s Europa League Match Against Qarabag Delayed

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Tottenham Hotspur’s Europa League match against Qarabag has been postponed due to severe travel disruptions in London.

The announcement was made on the club’s official X (formerly Twitter) account on Thursday evening.

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According to the statement, further details regarding the rescheduling of the match are expected to follow.

The post reads, “Kick off for tonight’s fixture has been delayed due to severe travel disruption. Further information to follow.

 

 

 

 

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Carabao Cup Fourth Round Matchup Draw [Full List]

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The draw for the fourth round of the Carabao Cup has revealed a series of thrilling matchups that are sure to capture fans’ attention.

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In a post on Wednesday night, the fixtures, which will see some of the top teams in English football go head-to-head, include:

Brentford vs Sheffield Wednesday

Southampton vs Stoke

Tottenham vs Manchester City

AFC Wimbledon/Newcastle vs Chelsea

Manchester United vs Leicester

Liverpool vs Brighton

Arsenal vs Preston

Aston Villa vs Crystal Palace

These encounters promise high-stakes action as clubs compete for a coveted spot in the quarter-finals of the tournament.

Fans can look forward to a week of intense competition as these teams battle for advancement in one of England’s most prestigious cup competitions.

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The Tale Of Dangote And Arsenal Football Club

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Though his interest in football remains high, his desire to buy into the English Premiership League (EPL) side, Arsenal Football Club has subsided.

This much, the President and Chief Executive of Dangote Group, Alh Aliko Dangote, shared with Bloomberg at a recent interview in New York.

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According to Dangote, his priority was completing the Dangote Refinery, when the opportunity to purchase the Gunners for a ‘cheap’ $2 billion presented itself.

Dangote told Francine Lacqua, that his desire to own the North London side was in the past, though he would continue to support the highflying EPL side.

He said, “I think that time has passed. The last time when we had this interview, I told you as soon as I finish with the refinery, I am going to try and buy Arsenal.

“But you know everything has gone up and the club too is doing very well. Arsenal is doing extremely well right now. That time, Arsenal wasn’t doing well.

“I think I don’t have that kind of excess liquidity to go and buy a club for $4 billion, so to speak and use it as a promotional something.

“But what I will do is to continually be the biggest fan of Arsenal. I watch their games anytime they are playing. So, I will remain a major supporter of Arsenal but I don’t think it makes sense today to buy Arsenal.”

On if he regretted not buying the football club value was lower, he said, “Actually, I regret not buying it before but you know my money was more needed in completing my project (the Dangote Refinery) than buying Arsenal. I would have bought the club for $2 billion but you know I wouldn’t have been able to finish my project. So, it was either I finish my project or go and buy Arsenal.”

Recall that Dangote had in 2020 disclosed his desire to buy the North London EPL side, after his $20 billion refinery.

With the Dangote Refinery done and functioning, it does appear, though that Africa’s richest man has now rested his ambition to take over at Emirates Stadium, owing to the higher valuation of $4 billion it now attracts.

He set up the Dangote Group — the largest conglomerate in West Africa — in 1981.

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