What is VAR? Soccer's video review system explained for World Cup

VAR has changed how soccer is officiated and it has new powers at the 2026 World Cup. Here is how the video review system works.

VAR, timewasting and subs - World Cup law changes explained

The 2026 World Cup is going to be unprecedented for a variety of reasons - and that includes the sheer number of law changes.

World Cup offside rule and VAR usage, explained

This everything you need to know about the World Cup’s offsides rule.

Breel Embolo's Red Card Explained: VAR's Role in Argentina vs. Switzerland Controversy

Why was Breel Embolo sent off against Argentina? Here's why referee João Pinheiro showed the Swiss striker a red card after a ...
Opinion

World Cup's new rules explained: VAR for corners, no GK 'timeouts,' red card for covering your mouth

The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has made some big changes to soccer ahead of the World Cup. But what do they mean?
ESPN

VAR explained by former referee: How will it work at World Cup?

The video assistant referee (VAR) is one of the most controversial aspects of soccer today. At the 2026 FIFA World Cup, it will again take center stage, providing the final word on many of each ...

Switzerland vs. Argentina VAR controversy explained after Murat Yakin calls decision “unbelievable”

Switzerland coach Murat Yakin criticized the VAR decision that changed their World Cup quarterfinal loss to Argentina.
The New York Times

Liga F’s ‘VAR-lite’ system and how it works: Two challenges per team, manager cards but long delays

Between what was nominally the 70th and 73rd minutes of Barcelona Femeni’s 8-0 win against Alhama CF last weekend, Claudia Pina scored twice — but the VAR review of her second goal took more than five ...