In The Opinion Of The Referee

Tag: Mechanics

  • Case Study: Two Pieces of the Puzzle

    An incorrect offside decision late in the match cost Swansea dear. What can we learn from this that we can apply to our own matches?

  • Case Study: Issuing a Caution for Shirt Removal

    It is not news to regular readers of this space that a player who removes his shirt during a goal celebration is subject to sanction.  The FIFA publication “Interpretation of the Laws of the Game and Guidelines for Referees” addresses the issue directly.  Page 118 of the electronic version (published with the LOTG), under the…