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David Elleray

Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning David Elleray across Soccer, Football.

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Premier League Tests Live Audio of Referee‑Player Dialogue, Reviving a Decades‑Old Controversy

The Premier League will broadcast live audio of player‑referee exchanges during selected matches, marking the first time English soccer has attempted real‑time sound from the pitch. The move follows a controversial 1989 trial that sparked public outrage and now informs cautious safeguards for the new feature.

Aug 18, 2026

Why VAR Must Be Abolished: The Video Assistant Referee Has Undermined Football

The Video Assistant Referee was introduced to correct clear errors, but instead it has sparked disputes, altered referee confidence and disrupted the celebration of goals. Recent incidents in Scotland and England illustrate how the system has failed to deliver on its original pledge.

May 14, 2026