Record 8-Minute VAR Check Disallows Bournemouth Goal in FA Cup Match

New semi-automated offside technology failed during Bournemouth vs. Wolves, leading to a prolonged manual review and fan frustration.

Bournemouth's Milos Kerkez had a goal disallowed after an eight-minute VAR review, the longest in English soccer history.
The semi-automated offside system, trialed in the FA Cup fifth round, malfunctioned due to a crowded penalty area and simultaneous handball review.
VAR officials manually reviewed the play and determined teammate Dean Huijsen was offside as the ball brushed his shoulder before entering the net.
Fans from both teams expressed frustration during the delay, chanting criticisms of the VAR system and its impact on the game.
Bournemouth eventually won the match 1-1 (on penalties) against Wolves after regulation and extra time ended in a draw.