London, Feb. 13 -- Semi-automated offside technology will be used in English domestic football for the first time during the fifth round of the FA Cup.

On Thursday the Football Association, external announced that the technology will be used in the seven games taking place at Premier League stadiums, the BBC reported.

The FA added that "following successful live operation in the Emirates FA Cup, the Premier League will look to implement the system later this season".

Premier League clubs unanimously approved its use for the 2024-25 season in April, with a planned introduction date of October 2024, although that was delayed to allow for further testing of the technology.

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