Bayern fan groups push to abolish VAR in German football
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 11:47 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Fan groups from Bayern Munich and other German clubs have initiated a campaign to abolish the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system from the Bundesliga and DFB Pokal. This movement coincides with the start of the first round of the DFB Pokal. The groups argue that football should be played without VAR to preserve authenticity and emotion in the game. Rumors suggest that some club executives are also dissatisfied with VAR and may support the initiative. The fans aim to collect endorsements for this motion to present to the German Football Association (DFB).
- •Bayern Munich fans lead call to remove VAR.
- •Campaign launched ahead of DFB Pokal opening matches.
- •Fan groups emphasize returning to authentic football.
- •Club executives reportedly share concerns over VAR.
- •Supporters encouraged to sign the abolition statement.
- 11:47 AMYahoo Sports — Bayern fan scene and others launch motion to abolish VAR from German football
"Various fan groups in Germany, including those of Bayern Munich, are calling for VAR to be abolished in the Bundesliga and DFB Pokal.According to Abendzeitung, fan scenes from several clubs across the...
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