The abandonment of VAR in the Premier League shakes Europe, Tuchel’s poker move with Bayern Munich

“The war against VAR”

It’s a bomb that comes to us from England! Yesterday evening, Premier League clubs announced that they would vote, on June 6 at a general meeting, whether or not to remove VAR, video refereeing. Regularly singled out, VAR could therefore be abolished in the Premier League from the 2024-2025 season. And it is Wolverhampton which is at the origin of this reflection. THE Daily Express plasters on its front page that it is “the war against VAR. Wolves force vote to remove it next season», Estimates the tabloid. For the Daily Mirror“Wolves want support from other clubs to abandon video system. Premier League vote could end video refereeing.” Just that ! Same story for the Daily Star who believes that the tool is hated in the Premier League. In any case, the Premier League could open Pandora’s box and this is also making headlines in Spain on the front page of Marca: “England decides on whether or not to maintain VAR. It takes 14 votes out of 20 for abolition. There is a doubt between what helps and what harms the spirit of the game.» This could cause a real uproar! To be continued…

Tuchel left to stay at Bayern?

In Germany, as at FC Barcelona, ​​we are witnessing an incredible turnaround. While Thomas Tuchel announced his departure from Bayern Munich at the end of the season, despite his contract until 2025, the former PSG coach could well stay. This morning the newspaper Bild talks about “Tuchel’s poker move» with Bayern! “The coach’s representative met with management yesterday. An extension of the contract beyond 2025 would now be under discussion but is Tuchel really saying yes?», wonders the daily, which specifies that Tuchel is asking for guarantees before planning. In fact, Tuchel does not want to stay to stay while waiting for another renowned coach to accept the job because Jürgen Klopp is in the sights. If he stays, it is to be long-term with full powers and a long-term project. If no agreement is reached, he would see himself returning to the Premier League where his name is circulating, notably at Manchester United to take over from Erik ten Hag on the bench.

Juve savors its only title of the season

We were treated to the Italian Cup final last night, between Juventus and Atalanta. And it was the Old Lady who lifted the trophy thanks to a victory (1-0). Tuttosport pays tribute to this team on its front page and believes that it is necessary “enjoy Juve! Atalanta and referee Maresca were beaten with super Vlahovic», Reports the daily because there were tensions between Max Allegri and the referee of the match. Same story on the front page of Corriere which highlights Max Allegri, who undoubtedly won his last trophy with the Bianconeri. “Allegri leaves with a trophy» estimates the daily. Finally, La Gazzetta dello Sport Talk about “crazy joy for Juve» with this title! The Old Lady therefore saves her season by filling her trophy cabinet a little more…