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In The Opinion Of The Referee

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Tag: Law 12

Case Study: Form and Fitness

In a FIFA Women’s World Cup Round of 16 match, referee Stephanie Frappart (FRA) demonstrates why fitness and athletic form are of vital importance to referees… Read More Case Study: Form and Fitness

June 29, 2015February 9, 2020 itootrmikeLeave a comment

Case Study: Locked and Loaded

A tackle involving Ashley Barnes of Burnely and Namanja Matic of Chelsea is reviewed and analyzed in the context of Law 12.… Read More Case Study: Locked and Loaded

February 26, 2015 itootrmike10 Comments

Case Study: Raise Your Hand

A clear case of violent conduct by Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke is analyzed for possibilities to avoid similar situations at lower levels of the game.… Read More Case Study: Raise Your Hand

December 27, 2014February 22, 2016 itootrmike4 Comments

Case Study: Reckless or Excessive Force?

A late challenge from the France v Nigeria Round of 16 match is analyzed.… Read More Case Study: Reckless or Excessive Force?

June 30, 2014February 22, 2016 itootrmike9 Comments

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?… Read More Case Study: Dowd Issues 2 Cautions in 10 Seconds

May 19, 2014February 22, 2016 itootrmike14 Comments

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.… Read More Case Study: PK Sees Proper Mechanics from Ref Team

May 2, 2014February 22, 2016 itootrmike6 Comments

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.… Read More Case Study: A Tactical Foul Is Always A Tactical Foul

April 7, 2014February 22, 2016 itootrmike5 Comments

Case Study: Angle Before Distance

Martin Atkinson demonstrates the “angle before distance” principle for ensuring he can see the space between players.… Read More Case Study: Angle Before Distance

March 31, 2014February 22, 2016 itootrmikeLeave a comment

Case Study: Two Reds, Please

Two send off scenarios along with two different approaches to reaching the decision are examined.… Read More Case Study: Two Reds, Please

March 17, 2014February 22, 2016 itootrmike9 Comments

Case Study: Referee Pedersen And The Six Second Rule

Referee Christiana Pedersen’s decision to penalize the Canadian GK for violating the “six-second rule” causes a media furor… Read More Case Study: Referee Pedersen And The Six Second Rule

August 8, 2013 itootrmikeLeave a comment

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