Has VAR really improved the game since it was introduced
Or has it caused more controversy and even more errors produced
Its purpose was to assist the referees and eliminate mistakes
But now there is a feeling that VAR has caused even more headaches
There is still inconsistency and grave doubts over key decisions
And some are so blatantly wrong causing mistrust and big derisions
Instead of the old doubts and debates about one man in black
There are now more officials under similar scrutiny and attack
So what is the point of this new monitoring system called VAR
And was the old refereeing way a more acceptable method by far
There have been too many vital decisions that have been wrong
Also the time taken over simple matters can take much too long
A delay after a goal is scored has taken enjoyment from the game
The instant euphoria is missing and the joy is now not the same
Its very hard to accept all these errors with all their high tech aids
And VAR given time but the more errors the more trust fades
Belated apologies are no use to anybody and just cause more ire
To lose points because of VAR mistakes can put clubs in the mire
Is it now time to give the whole system a comprehensive review
Because all this inconsistency and vital mistakes can’t continue
The officials who make the major errors are hardly ever suspended
And there is now a growing feeling that VAR should even be ended
Some say there is a reluctance for VAR to overrule their on field mate
Which makes many fans and clubs a little dubious and so irate
So is it time to end VAR and start again with a newly reviewed plan
Or carry on accepting major errors from Refs and the VAR man
Mike Berry
