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VAR Errors Surge in Premier League First Half

1/13/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Video assistant referee (VAR) errors rose in the first half of the Premier League season, increasing from 10 to 13.
Total VAR errors through half are lower than in 2023-24 when 20 errors were recorded.
Most mistakes involved missed interventions, which rose from seven to 11.
Total overturns fell from 57 in 2024-25 to 47 this season.
On-field mistakes not qualifying for VAR intervention rose from 12 to 15.

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Story summary

Video assistant referee (VAR) errors rose in the first half of the Premier League season, increasing from 10 to 13.
Total VAR errors through half are lower than in 2023-24 when 20 errors were recorded.
Most mistakes involved missed interventions, which rose from seven to 11.
Total overturns fell from 57 in 2024-25 to 47 this season.
On-field mistakes not qualifying for VAR intervention rose from 12 to 15.