ESPN.com · Mar 3, 2018
VAR still controversial but impact largely positive in Europe, MLS
The 2017-18 season has seen several top leagues use Video Assistant Referee (VAR) in a bid to refine the refereeing process and cut down on controversy surrounding contentious, game-changing decisions. We took a look back in November but, now seasons are approaching their climax, it's time for an update.
Bundesliga
Key incidents reviewed by VAR this season (through Dec. 16): 291
Incidents correctly overturned after review (through Dec. 16): 37
Following initial problems with technology during the first couple of matchdays, when communication between the VAR HQ in Cologne and stadiums broke down entirely, there have been no major technical problems.