EPL: Clubs vote unanimously for introduction of semi-automated offside technology

Premier League clubs on Thursday, voted unanimously for the introduction of the semi-offside technology at a shareholders’ meeting.

The new rule will now be introduced next season but will not be ready for the start of the campaign.

This will impact how offside calls are made moving forward in the English top division.

However, it will come into effect after one of the international breaks, meaning it will be introduced as early as September or as late as November.

The top-flight teams have opted for the technology, with the hope that it will speed up the process of making these decisions.

“The technology will provide quicker and consistent placement of the virtual offside line, based on optical player tracking, and will produce high-quality broadcast graphics to ensure an enhanced in-stadium and broadcast experience for supporters,” a Premier League statement read.