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Championship VAR Debate Intensifies

Published April 2, 2026 · Updated April 2, 2026 · Yahoo Sport

Sheffield United's disallowed goal in the 2025 play-off final reignites debate about VAR in Championship football.

Only two goals have been overturned by VAR in the Championship history, with the most controversial coming when Sheffield United's goal was ruled out in last season's play-off final. Sunderland capitalized on the decision to win 2-1 and secure Premier League promotion.

Currently used only in the play-off final, VAR has become a talking point in 2025-26 due to multiple controversial refereeing decisions. Despite concerns about its impact on the game's flow, managers like former Bristol City boss Gerhard Struber have called for its introduction to all matches.

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