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Last week, the body that controls refereeing in the Premier League, the PGMOL, parted company with Lee Mason, one of only three permananet VARs. His dismissal followed an incident where he incorrectly allowed a goal to stand in a potentially title affecting result involving Arsenal. It wasn't his first howler of the season (even just against Arsenal) but what precedent has been set by firing him?

As more technology is introduced, like the semi-automated VAR for offside used in the World Cup, how far are we from the point where AI can take over from human referees? With the advances currently being made in AI, are we closer to that point than we think? ChatGPT joins us to discuss.

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Talk of a potential Qatari takeover of Manchester United will dominate this Sunday's EFL Cup final against Saudi-owned Newcastle. Graham Potter faces another stern test as his Chelsea side visit Tottenham. Meanwhile on the continent, there's the Madrid derby, and Marseille have the chance to close the gap at the top to two points when they host PSG. Get our FREE weekly newsletter in your email by signing up to the Weekend Boxset today.