What is VAR, how does it work and what are the biggest problems?

Mikel Arteta’s side are leading the way, but Manchester City and Liverpool are hot on their heels (Martin Rickett/PA) (PA Archive) Wolves manager Gary O’Neil exclaimed: “What’s the point of VAR?” His side felt disadvantaged after more decisions proved crucial in the defeat at Fulham. Newcastle boss Eddie Howe branded a penalty against his own … Read more

Wales vs Poland LIVE: Latest team news, line-ups and more from the Euro 2024 play-off final

Wales and Poland face off tonight in a crucial meeting that will determine which of the two countries features in this year’s Euro 2024. The teams are one match away from a place in the tournament and will meet in a qualifying play-off final at the Cardiff City Stadium, where Wales should be the favorites … Read more

The two factors Wales must utilize to beat Poland and reach Euro 2024

Brennan Johnson could be key to getting Wales to Euro 2024 (Getty) The long, complicated and confusing route to Euro 2024 comes to a head on Tuesday evening, with three play-off places to be settled and Wales hoping they can claim one, facing Poland at the Cardiff City Stadium and benefiting from the confidence generated. … Read more

How Ian Rush’s cousin highlights a golden era for Liverpool’s youth academy

Owen Beck (right) has been a standout performer for Dundee – PA/Steve Welsh this season Arsenal will be relieved that Mohamed Salah, Ian Rush’s natural heir, will be absent from this weekend’s FA Cup third round as he begins his quest for the Africa Cup of Nations with Egypt. They may be more intrigued to … Read more

10 things to watch out for this weekend

Haaland and Salah top the list for the weekend Is Erling Haaland fit? He thinks so. Which of these gladiator candidates will follow a higher line? Could there be sideline antics from Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp? And which of the Premier League leaders and second-placed side will come out on top? As far as … Read more