A view of the video assistant refereeing (VAR) operation room at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. Photo: AFP
A view of the video assistant refereeing (VAR) operation room at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. Photo: AFP
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Hong Kong Football Association to invest HK$10 million in VAR system for start of 2023-24 season

  • All Premier League and Cup matches will use the new technology, with Fifa officials to visit city and inspect set-up before giving green light
  • HKFA plans to recruit a team of 20 video assistant referees for full implementation of the system

Chan Kin-wa
Chan Kin-wa

Updated: 8:15pm, 22 Jun, 2022

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A view of the video assistant refereeing (VAR) operation room at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. Photo: AFP
A view of the video assistant refereeing (VAR) operation room at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. Photo: AFP
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