The Premier League has confirmed the introduction of semi-automated offside technology (SAOT) starting from April 12.

The system received FIFA's green light after its debut at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

The aim of SAOT is to simplify the process for officials when making tight offside decisions by automating crucial steps.

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It read: "The Premier League will introduce semi-automated offside technology on Saturday 12 April (Match Round 32).

Semi-automated offside technology automates key elements of the offside decision-making process to support the video assistant referee (VAR).

"It provides more efficient placement of the virtual offside line, using optical player tracking, and generates virtual graphics to ensure an enhanced in-stadium and broadcast experience for fans.

The technology maintains the integrity of the process while enhancing the speed, efficiency, and consistency of offside decision-making.

"The Premier League has worked in collaboration with PGMOL and sports data and technology company Genius Sports to develop the new semi-automated offside technology system."

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"Of course, you used to have people complaining about the decisions and it is important to get decisions right and that's a starting point, but in terms of technology the impression is: are there ways you can make decisions quicker?" Bullingham said.

"I think everyone hates that long pause in the stadium or at home