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The effect VAR has on games of football
VAR tends to have certain negative effects on football games as it can take away from the natural element of the beautiful game. waiting for goals to be reviewed, disrupting the flow of certain games even when not necessarily needed.
This photo alone sums up the negative effects it has on football games. A 98th minute winner that the fans can't celebrate properly due to the looming possibility of VAR having a say.

Image from Thescore

There is also the positive effects it has on football games. when doing it's job thoroughly VAR creates a near flawless game in terms of officiating, thus removing any complaints from fans, players and managers and therefore can be considered a genuinely fair game.
Image from Sportsdome
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