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FA Wants to Trial Coach Challenge System to Reduce VAR Delays

FA is exploring a coach challenge system for subjective VAR decisions, with the FA backing trials similar to cricket where teams get two unsuccessful challenges per match, per Martyn Ziegler. One potential model would see VAR automatically cover factual decisions like offsides but only review subjective calls such as fouls or handballs if a coach challenges, significantly reducing delays.