Submitted on Sunday 16th May 2021
Rejected on Thursday 20th May 2021
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: irrelevant (see below for details)
The spontaneity and fun of Football is being destroyed by VAR.
VAR applies rigid and ridiculously precise rules to the offside rule in particular and should be stopped. The officials are good enough and allow the game to flow. Government should intervene for the fun and enjoyment of supporters and players.
The government intervened to help stop the formation of the ESL when it became clear that it was not in the interests of the majority of clubs and supporters. They need to do the same in the case of VAR. It is no less contentious or beneficial than the decisions of officials. Neither is considered 100% accurate and the delay for a VAR decision is killing the excitement and flow of the game for players and supporters alike. It needs to stop for offside decisions at the very least.
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The Government e-Petitions Team gave the following reason:
We can't accept your petition because the UK Government and Parliament aren't responsible for the issue you raise. This is a matter for the footballing authorities.
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