{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6633aa7d28201200122f5638/67767fd7a1ad7348eb32a079?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Lines, Screens and Outrage! The Story, the Impact and the Cost of VAR","description":"<p>Welcome back to&nbsp;<em>It Was What It Was </em>and Happy New Year!</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In today’s episode, Rob Draper and Jonathan Wilson delve into the origins of VAR with author Daisy Christodoulou.</p><p><br></p><p>Her latest book, <em>I Can’t Stop Talking About VAR</em>, discusses its profound impact on the sport, and whether it was designed to enhance football - or if football is now adapting to fit VAR. The evolution of football has never felt more immediate or impactful.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’re enjoying the <em>It Was What It Was</em>, please hit subscribe to never miss an episode, and consider leaving us a five-star review to help others discover the show. Thank you for listening!</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"The Overlap"}