
The VAR began a check to make sure the decision was correct ( watch here.) What happened: Manchester City thought they had a second goal in first-half stoppage time when John Stones headed home Kevin De Bruyne's free kick at the back post, but the assistant immediately raised his flag for offside. Manchester City 4-1 Arsenal Possible offside overturn: Stones on goal In the midweek VAR Review: How was John Stones onside against Arsenal? Should West Ham United have been awarded a penalty for handball by Liverpool's Thiago? What about Manchester City defender Ruben Dias not getting a red card? And why wasn't Crystal Palace goalkeeper Sam Johnstone sent off? VAR in the Premier League: Ultimate guide How VAR decisions affected every Prem club in 2022-23

We take a look at the major incidents, to examine and explain the process both in terms of VAR protocol and the Laws of the Game.


Video Assistant Referee causes controversy every week in the Premier League, but how are decisions made, and are they correct?
