Taylor calls for technology - PFA chief feels football has to change with the times

Posted Tuesday, April 17, 2012 by skysports.com

Taylor calls for technology - PFA chief feels football has to change with the times
Juan Mata's shot did not appear to cross the line but the goal was awarded

PFA chief executive Gordon Taylor has added his voice to those calling for the introduction of goal-line technology in football.

The issue has risen to the fore once again in the wake of Chelsea's FA Cup semi-final date with Tottenham on Sunday.

It is widely accepted that the Blues enjoyed a huge slice of luck during that contest as they were awarded a potentially crucial goal when the ball did not appear to have crossed the line.

Prominent members of the Chelsea camp have since conceded as much and admitted that they would like to see technological advances embraced by the relevant authorities.

FIFA vice-president Jim Boyce says a decision regarding the future use of goal-line technology could be made as early as July, and PFA chief Taylor is hoping it will not be too much longer before the concept is rolled out throughout football.

"The more that it goes on that we don't use technology, the more perverse it's looking for football - being the major spectator game throughout the whole world as well as being the major participant game," he told Sky Sports.

"I don't think the crowd would mind it at all, it's in the best interests of the game and justice will be done. It's so important as to whether a goal is scored, that's the whole object of the game.

« Previous12 Next »