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VAR only for 'clear and obvious' mistakes, says top rules chief

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VAR decisions have been criticised by players and coaches over the festive Premier league period [COURTESY]

The Video Assistant Referee (VAR) should only overturn on-field decisions when there has been a "clear and obvious" error, according to one of football's leading international rules officials.

VAR has proved highly controversial since it was introduced into the Premier League this season.

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