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The Dutchman also voiced concerns about potential increased referee abuse from fans discontent with decisions being audibly justified, possibly heightening pressure on officials throughout the match.

Previously deployed at events like the Club World Cup and the Under-20 World Cup, in-stadium VAR explanations were inaugurated at the 2023 Women's World Cup, marking a significant milestone.

FIFA aims to implement this approach at this summer's Club World Cup; however, clubs have expressed worries regarding the consistency with which they are applied following the Carabao Cup semi-finals tests.



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During Liverpool's initial defeat at Tottenham, referee Stuart Atwell took to the speaker system to clarify an offside call against Dominic Solanke, negating his goal.

I think maybe if he (referee Stuart Attwell) would have explained it (not punishing Bergvall) and it disadvantaged the home team, then maybe it becomes even more pressure.



Stuart Attwell made the first in-stadium VAR announcement in Liverpool's semi-final against Tottenham

But I can see the live coverage of everything (on a screen), it is not available for every fan so it's something nice for them."

The Carabao Cup final is set for March 16, with Liverpool squaring off against Newcastle following their respective semi-final triumphs over Tottenham and Arsenal.

In unveiling the initial trial, the EFL professed it would 'provide greater clarity and understanding' regarding decisions for both in-stadium fans and viewers at home
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