Refereeing In Premier League Needs A Rethink
Challenge System?
This is the most controversial of all of the potential changes. As such I would imagine it would be the last idea FIFA/UEFA think about implementing. But I would recommend caution, as it could change the dynamic of the game.
In cricket, and American football, players and coaches can challenge decisions. When a decision is made they disagree with, a sign is made (or flag thrown) and the decision is passed entirely over to the video official. The decision is theirs to make, with all the evidence they have.
This is a big change and there are a lot of issues to iron out. Who gets to challenge? If the decision is a close one, but is not overturned, do they get it back? How many challenges do you get per game? What decisions can be challenged?
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It is a long process that would take a lot of debate, but I think it could be an interesting one. It has the potential to change the game and improve the dynamic regarding the referees. Too much hinges on the opinion of one person who only sees the game once, in real time. It’s time to use the technology we have.