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A line has been crossed as technology gets nod

Goal-line technology will be introduced into English football as early as the new year after two systems were approved by the game's law-makers in a "momentous" decision.

The Barclays Premier League will enter into talks with Hawk-Eye and GoalRef, the two manufacturers of the systems, about bringing the technology in as soon as midway through the season, while it could be used for next season's FA Cup semi-finals and final.

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