Referee Michael Olivier checks the VAR to verify a foul during the English Premier League game between Arsenal and West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium on December 26. Photo: AFP
Referee Michael Olivier checks the VAR to verify a foul during the English Premier League game between Arsenal and West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium on December 26. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong Football Association (HKFA)
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Hong Kong football bosses target FA Cup final for VAR test, eye 2023-24 season for full use, referee official says

  • Hong Kong Football Association plans full launch of VAR locally for the 2023-24 season
  • System expected to cost up to HK$15 million, with Fifa providing bulk of funding

Chan Kin-wa
Chan Kin-wa

Updated: 5:00pm, 28 Dec, 2022

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Referee Michael Olivier checks the VAR to verify a foul during the English Premier League game between Arsenal and West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium on December 26. Photo: AFP
Referee Michael Olivier checks the VAR to verify a foul during the English Premier League game between Arsenal and West Ham United at the Emirates Stadium on December 26. Photo: AFP
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