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Case Study: Reckless or Excessive Force?
A late challenge from the France v Nigeria Round of 16 match is analyzed.
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Case Study: Standing Over An Opponent
Howard Webb recognizes the danger of a player standing over an opponent on the ground and deals with it effectively.
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Ref Focus: Mark Geiger, ESP v CHL
USA Referee Mark Geiger’s decisions in the Spain vs Chile match are condensed for easier analysis.
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Case Study: Advantage Leads to World Cup Match Win
Referee Ravshan Irmatov of Uzbekistan relies on his fitness and mental sharpness to allow play to continue, leading to the game’s winning goal.
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Case Study: Protecting the Guilty
Martin Atkinson defuses a mass confrontation by inserting himself near the player whose actions ingited the situation
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Case Study: Dowd Issues 2 Cautions in 10 Seconds
Referee Phil Dowd issues two cautions within the space of a few seconds to a Newcastle forward. Could the situation have been avoided?
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Case Study: PK Sees Proper Mechanics from Ref Team
Select Group Referee Mike Dean and his crew demonstrate flawless mechanics during a difficult penalty decision.
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Case Study: A Tactical Foul Is Always A Tactical Foul
Howard Webb demonstrates that a tactical foul – even one committed in the third minute – should always be cautioned.
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Case Study: Angle Before Distance
Martin Atkinson demonstrates the “angle before distance” principle for ensuring he can see the space between players.
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Case Study: Two Reds, Please
Two send off scenarios along with two different approaches to reaching the decision are examined.