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Goal-line technology delay for Premier League

Goal-line technology delay for Premier League
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Premier League chief executive Richard Scudamore confirms that goal-line technology will not be coming to the English game until at least 2013.

Premier League chief executive Richard Scudamore has confirmed that goal-line technology will not be introduced to the English top flight next season.

FIFA, who are currently trialling the hardware, are expected to make an announcement about its implementation this summer.

Scudamore is an avid supporter of the cause, but maintains that it would not be possible bring in a new system ahead of the 2012-13 Premier League campaign.

"It's imminent and we'll look to put it in front of our clubs as soon as we practically can in terms of implementation," he told Sky Sports News.

"But it is unlikely to be for next season given the time scales involved with FIFA approving it and the start of our season, there's far too many logistical things that would need to happen so it's unlikely for next season. Perhaps the season after is within the time frame to do it properly."

The subject of goal-line technology has been thrust into the spotlight in recent weeks following a number of high-profile debatable decisions.

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