At a Premier League Shareholders’ meeting today, clubs unanimously agreed to the introduction of Semi-Automated Offside Technology.
The new system will be used for the first time in the Premier League next season, and it is anticipated the technology will be ready to be introduced after one of the autumn international breaks.
The technology will provide quicker and consistent placement of the virtual offside line, based on optical player tracking, and will produce high-quality broadcast graphics to ensure an enhanced in-stadium and broadcast experience for supporters.
According to pundits, the new technology is touted to reduce errors and give the fans the clear view of the offside calls made during EPL matches starting next season.
The introduction following concerns raised by some clubs over the use of VAR and how some of the decisions were arrived at.
