Ange Postecoglou, the Tottenham boss, has criticized and expressed his dissatisfaction with the use of VAR in football. He has jokingly mentioned his temptation to leave the Premier League and manage a team in Sweden, as they have voted against the use of VAR.
Referring to a recent incident involving Guglielmo Vicario, he emphasized the need for clarity and expressed frustration over the lack of intervention by the referee when Vicario was targeted by Arsenal players at corners. Postecoglou acknowledged that VAR is likely here to stay in the Premier League but expressed a desire for significant changes to its implementation.
He believes that VAR has materially changed the game, impacting the overall game experience and creating a different dynamic. However, he hopes for improvements that will allow VAR to find a balance and work effectively in the game.
Overall, Postecoglou’s comments reflect his strong opinions and concerns about the impact of VAR on football.