For the first time in English domestic football, offside semi -automatic technology will be introduced during the fifth round of the FA Cup.
On Thursday, the Football Association announced that this technology will develop in the seven matches in the Premier League.
The Premier League clubs initially approved the use of technology for 2024-25 in April, with plans to surpass it in October 2024.
However, its application was postponed to allow additional tests, which have only increased pressure on officials this season.
FA said: “After the successful live operation at the Emirates fa cup, the Premier League will look to implement the system later this season.
“The offside semi -automatic technology will provide more efficient installation of the offside virtual line, based on watching visual reproduction devices, and will produce virtual graphics to ensure improved stage experience and after the broadcast for supporters.
🚨🏴 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 The semi -automatic offside will now be introduced into English football. 📺
It will be used in the 5th round of the FA Cup and also in the Premier League sometime later during the season. pic.twitter.com/heehpnnwgv
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“The operation of the offside semi -automatic technology does not change the accuracy of decision making, but enhances the speed and effectiveness of the process.”
UEFA first adopted the Champions League semi-automatic technology in the Champions League early 2022-2023.
In addition, the VIA Video Video (VAR) will be able to be able to fifth fifth lamps, including the game in the Preston Championship, where referees will provide announcements at Stadium Var.
The fifth round matches are due to take place on Saturday 1 March.
Giants Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea and Tottenham have hit out, while Manchester United, Manchester City, Newcastle and Aston Villa remain in the competition.
