The Premier League has announced that semi-automated offside technology will be used from next season.
In a statement announced on Thursday afternoon, the Premier League revealed how all 20 clubs have agreed to implement new technology to help decide what is and is not offside.
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A statement read: “At a Premier League shareholders meeting today, clubs unanimously agreed to the introduction of semi-automated offside technology.
“The new system will be used for the first time in the Premier League next season, and it is expected that the technology will be ready for introduction after one of the autumn international breaks.
“The technology will enable faster and consistent placement of the virtual offside line, based on optical player tracking, and produce high-quality broadcast graphics to ensure an enhanced broadcast and in-stadium experience for fans .”
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