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Manchester United
fromwww.bbc.com
4 hours ago

Should hair pulling in football be violent conduct?

Hair pulling in football consistently results in red cards and three-match bans, raising concerns about the severity of such punishments.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Referee and VAR errors increase in Premier League

Refereeing mistakes in the Premier League have increased this season, with 54 errors reported, including 18 VAR mistakes, matching last season's total.
Manchester United
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Officials correct not to give Amad penalty - panel

The KMI Panel ruled no penalty for Manchester United's Amad Diallo despite contact from Bournemouth's Truffert, citing insufficient impact for a foul.
Manchester United
fromwww.bbc.com
4 hours ago

Should hair pulling in football be violent conduct?

Hair pulling in football consistently results in red cards and three-match bans, raising concerns about the severity of such punishments.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Referee and VAR errors increase in Premier League

Refereeing mistakes in the Premier League have increased this season, with 54 errors reported, including 18 VAR mistakes, matching last season's total.
Manchester United
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Officials correct not to give Amad penalty - panel

The KMI Panel ruled no penalty for Manchester United's Amad Diallo despite contact from Bournemouth's Truffert, citing insufficient impact for a foul.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 hours ago

Football refs need cardiac training, says coroner

Assistant coroner Valerie Charbit insisted that training to recognize sudden cardiac arrest should be compulsory for all members, including grassroots coaches and referees, stating, 'The responsibility for first aid lies with all ages within society.'
Public health
#barcelona
FC Barcelona
from101GREATGOALS.COM
8 hours ago

UEFA throws out Barcelona complaint but commit to keeping the grass short for tonight's second leg

Barcelona's complaint to UEFA about refereeing errors in their match against Atlético Madrid was deemed inadmissible.
fromBarca Universal
1 day ago
FC Barcelona

Flick complains to UEFA about the Metropolitano pitch ahead of Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona | Barca Universal

FC Barcelona
fromBarca Universal
3 days ago

Atletico Madrid 'astounded' by Barcelona's refereeing complaints | Barca Universal

Barcelona's complaint to UEFA over refereeing decisions after their loss to Atletico Madrid has been met with dismissal from Atletico.
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Blaugranes
3 days ago

Barcelona hit by more VAR controversy as bizarre image released after Ferran Torres goal disallowed

Barcelona's goal was controversially ruled out for offside during their match against Espanyol, leading to frustration over VAR decisions.
FC Barcelona
fromESPN.com
19 hours ago

UEFA dismiss Barcelona complaint over pen denied in Atletico defeat

UEFA deemed Barcelona's complaint about refereeing in their Champions League loss to Atlético Madrid as inadmissible.
FC Barcelona
from101GREATGOALS.COM
8 hours ago

UEFA throws out Barcelona complaint but commit to keeping the grass short for tonight's second leg

Barcelona's complaint to UEFA about refereeing errors in their match against Atlético Madrid was deemed inadmissible.
fromBarca Universal
1 day ago
FC Barcelona

Flick complains to UEFA about the Metropolitano pitch ahead of Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona | Barca Universal

#var
FC Barcelona
fromSoccer News
5 days ago

Why do we have VAR? - Flick questions officials after Pubill avoids red card - Soccer News

Hansi Flick questioned the effectiveness of VAR after a controversial handball incident during Barcelona's loss to Atletico Madrid.
Manchester City
fromSoccer News
2 months ago

Guardiola lashes out at VAR after contentious Semenyo decision - Soccer News

Pep Guardiola questioned VAR and on-field officials after Manchester City's goal was disallowed for Erling Haaland's offside obstruction ruling against Newcastle.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Football Daily | Refereeing is stuck in a frustrating feedback loop, with no easy way out

Refereeing mistakes across England, Italy and Spain decisively affected matches, prompting reviews, disciplinary actions, abuse, and police involvement.
Women
fromESPN.com
19 hours ago

VAR review: Why Man United's Martinez was always getting red card for hair pull

VAR decisions in football are often controversial, with strict protocols for actions like hair pulling leading to red cards.
FC Barcelona
fromSoccer News
5 days ago

Why do we have VAR? - Flick questions officials after Pubill avoids red card - Soccer News

Hansi Flick questioned the effectiveness of VAR after a controversial handball incident during Barcelona's loss to Atletico Madrid.
Chelsea
fromwww.bbc.com
3 hours ago

Birmingham's Ducksch charged with drink driving

Marvin Ducksch has been charged with drink driving after a three-vehicle collision and will appear in court on May 20.
#champions-league
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
2 days ago
Liverpool FC

'Liverpool handballed. That should have been a red card and a penalty for us. But the referee didn't see anything. Today, with VAR, it would have been us playing in the final' Radja Nainggolan believes Trent Alexander-Arnold nearly cost his former side

Real Madrid
fromBavarian Football Works
6 days ago

Real Madrid boss says referees missed important calls in loss to Bayern Munich

Real Madrid's coach criticized refereeing decisions after a loss to Bayern Munich, emphasizing the need for focus on team performance instead.
Liverpool FC
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
2 days ago

'Liverpool handballed. That should have been a red card and a penalty for us. But the referee didn't see anything. Today, with VAR, it would have been us playing in the final' Radja Nainggolan believes Trent Alexander-Arnold nearly cost his former side

Radja Nainggolan believes Roma were unjustly denied a chance to reach the Champions League final in 2018 due to a missed handball call.
Real Madrid
fromBavarian Football Works
6 days ago

Real Madrid boss says referees missed important calls in loss to Bayern Munich

Real Madrid's coach criticized refereeing decisions after a loss to Bayern Munich, emphasizing the need for focus on team performance instead.
AC Milan
fromSempreMilan
1 hour ago

MN: Over half a billion wasted - why Milan must listen to Allegri or keep burning money

AC Milan's significant spending since 2022 has not resulted in a coherent team, highlighting the need for strategic investment.
EU data protection
fromPrivacy International
7 hours ago

Moving Goalposts: Football, Facial Recognition and the Expansion of Surveillance

Facial recognition technology in UK football raises significant privacy and accountability concerns beyond its intended operational use.
Major League Baseball
from99% Invisible
10 hours ago

RoboUmp Hits the Big Leagues - 99% Invisible

Major League Baseball introduces a robot umpire system to improve accuracy in ball-and-strike calls, addressing the issue of frequent blown calls by human umpires.
#bayern-munich
Bayern Munich
fromBavarian Football Works
17 hours ago

Bad omen? Slavko Vincic will referee the second leg between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid

Bayern Munich faces Real Madrid in a crucial UEFA Champions League match, with concerns over referee Slavko Vinčić's past officiating results.
Bayern Munich
fromBavarian Football Works
6 days ago

Should Bayern Munich's Michael Olise have been awarded a penalty against Real Madrid?

A controversial non-penalty decision in the Bayern Munich vs Real Madrid match could have significant implications for the second leg.
Soccer (FIFA)
from101GREATGOALS.COM
2 days ago

Sunderland vs Tottenham live: Kolo Muani accused of 'looking for' penalty as VAR denies Spurs

Tottenham's penalty was overturned after VAR review, impacting their chance to score in the match against Sunderland.
English Premier League
fromSoccer News
2 days ago

Howe feels Newcastle were hard done by in loss to Palace - Soccer News

Newcastle United's defeat to Crystal Palace was deemed harsh, impacting their European ambitions after leading the match initially.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Why the World Cup should be decentralized | Leander Schaerlaeckens

The World Cup should be divided into multiple locations globally to reduce the influence of authoritarian regimes and improve oversight.
#real-madrid
Real Madrid
fromSoccer News
3 days ago

Its a penalty here and on the moon - Arbeloa fumes at late decision in draw with Girona - Soccer News

Alvaro Arbeloa criticized officials after Real Madrid's draw with Girona, highlighting a controversial non-penalty call on Kylian Mbappe.
Real Madrid
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Real Madrid slam Kylian Mbappe penalty denial in costly draw

Real Madrid's draw with Girona included a controversial non-penalty call, impacting their LaLiga title hopes.
Real Madrid
fromSoccer News
3 days ago

Its a penalty here and on the moon - Arbeloa fumes at late decision in draw with Girona - Soccer News

Alvaro Arbeloa criticized officials after Real Madrid's draw with Girona, highlighting a controversial non-penalty call on Kylian Mbappe.
Real Madrid
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Real Madrid slam Kylian Mbappe penalty denial in costly draw

Real Madrid's draw with Girona included a controversial non-penalty call, impacting their LaLiga title hopes.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Oliver and Taylor selected as World Cup referees

Michael Oliver and Anthony Taylor will officiate at the 2026 World Cup, marking their second major tournament selection.
Manchester United
fromSoccer News
8 hours ago

Fernandes claims rules are applied differently for everyone after Man United defeat - Soccer News

Bruno Fernandes criticized inconsistent officiating in the Premier League after Manchester United's loss to Leeds United.
#fc-barcelona
fromBarca Universal
5 hours ago
FC Barcelona

Barcelona president reacts after UEFA dismiss complaint over refereeing vs Atletico - 'Our legal team is assessing...' | Barca Universal

fromBarca Universal
5 days ago
FC Barcelona

Official: Barcelona file complaint with UEFA over controversial refereeing in Atletico clash | Barca Universal

fromBarca Universal
5 hours ago
FC Barcelona

Barcelona president reacts after UEFA dismiss complaint over refereeing vs Atletico - 'Our legal team is assessing...' | Barca Universal

fromBarca Universal
5 days ago
FC Barcelona

Official: Barcelona file complaint with UEFA over controversial refereeing in Atletico clash | Barca Universal

AC Milan
fromSempreMilan
6 hours ago

Sky journalist reveals Allegri's post-Udinese reaction: "Downplayed every type of incident"

Milan's coach Allegri plans to revert to a 3-5-2 formation after a heavy defeat against Udinese.
#football
Manchester United
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

Football Daily | Manchester United are pulling their hair out but rules are rules

Hair-pulling in football is a red card offense, as demonstrated by Lisandro Martinez's dismissal for yanking Dominic Calvert-Lewin's hair during a match.
Manchester United
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

Football Daily | Manchester United are pulling their hair out but rules are rules

Hair-pulling in football is a red card offense, as demonstrated by Lisandro Martinez's dismissal for yanking Dominic Calvert-Lewin's hair during a match.
#michael-carrick
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
9 hours ago
Manchester United

Michael Carrick laments 'worst decision' he's seen from a referee as Manchester United lose another key defender

Michael Carrick criticized the red card decision for Lisandro Martinez as one of the worst he's ever seen.
Manchester United
from101GREATGOALS.COM
21 hours ago

Carrick fumes at 'one of the worst decisions' during Manchester United's loss to Leeds

Michael Carrick criticized refereeing decisions after Manchester United's loss to Leeds, particularly Lisandro Martinez's red card and a forearm smash incident.
Manchester United
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
9 hours ago

Michael Carrick laments 'worst decision' he's seen from a referee as Manchester United lose another key defender

Michael Carrick criticized the red card decision for Lisandro Martinez as one of the worst he's ever seen.
Manchester United
from101GREATGOALS.COM
21 hours ago

Carrick fumes at 'one of the worst decisions' during Manchester United's loss to Leeds

Michael Carrick criticized refereeing decisions after Manchester United's loss to Leeds, particularly Lisandro Martinez's red card and a forearm smash incident.
Digital life
fromBavarian Football Works
2 weeks ago

'Modern technology has made their life more difficult' - Uli Hoene slams VAR, sympathizes with referees

Modern technology simplifies life but complicates football refereeing, as VAR increases pressure on referees instead of alleviating it.
#saudi-pro-league
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Ivan Toney hints Saudi refs want Cristiano Ronaldo to win title

Ivan Toney and Galeno criticize officiating integrity in the Saudi Pro League, suggesting favoritism towards Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Saudi League Players Accuse Refs of Fixing Games to Help Ronaldo's Team Win Championship

Players from Al Ahli accuse referees of fixing games to favor Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League championship race.
Soccer (FIFA)
from101GREATGOALS.COM
5 days ago

Toney hints at Saudi ref bias towards Ronaldo and claims: 'We know who we are chasing'

Ivan Toney claims referees in the Saudi Pro League favor Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr, questioning the integrity of officiating.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Ivan Toney hints Saudi refs want Cristiano Ronaldo to win title

Ivan Toney and Galeno criticize officiating integrity in the Saudi Pro League, suggesting favoritism towards Cristiano Ronaldo and Al Nassr.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Saudi League Players Accuse Refs of Fixing Games to Help Ronaldo's Team Win Championship

Players from Al Ahli accuse referees of fixing games to favor Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League championship race.
Soccer (FIFA)
from101GREATGOALS.COM
5 days ago

Toney hints at Saudi ref bias towards Ronaldo and claims: 'We know who we are chasing'

Ivan Toney claims referees in the Saudi Pro League favor Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr, questioning the integrity of officiating.
#manchester-united
fromESPN.com
1 day ago
Manchester United

Michael Carrick labels Lisandro Martinez red card decision 'one of worst he's ever seen'

Manchester United
fromSoccer News
20 hours ago

Carrick slams one of the worst decisions after Martinez red card - Soccer News

Michael Carrick criticized the red card decision for Lisandro Martinez as one of the worst he's seen during Manchester United's defeat to Leeds United.
Manchester United
fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Michael Carrick labels Lisandro Martinez red card decision 'one of worst he's ever seen'

Michael Carrick criticized the red card decision for Lisandro Martínez as one of the worst he's ever seen during Manchester United's loss to Leeds United.
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
4 days ago

'It's clear what's being influenced here' Ivan Toney hits out at Saudi Pro League referee and implies Cristiano Ronaldo's club are being favoured

The big talking point was the two penalties. It's clear as day. I don't know what more you want him to do - pick the ball up with two hands, are you going to give a penalty then or not?
Soccer (FIFA)
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Universal
8 hours ago

UEFA responds to Barcelona's complaint regarding Metropolitano pitch condition | Barca Universal

UEFA has ensured the pitch at Metropolitano Stadium meets regulations for the Champions League match between Barcelona and Atletico Madrid.
France politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

'The longest VAR check in history' - now African football needs to move on

Morocco's 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final victory over Senegal was overturned two months later due to controversial refereeing decisions and VAR issues, overshadowing the tournament's record-breaking attendance and global viewership.
#lisandro-martinez
Manchester United
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

A shocking decision': Michael Carrick fumes over Martinez's red card for hair pulling video

Michael Carrick criticized Lisandro Martinez's red card for hair pulling, calling it shocking and indicating Manchester United may appeal the decision.
Manchester United
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

A shocking decision': Michael Carrick fumes over Martinez's red card for hair pulling video

Michael Carrick criticized Lisandro Martinez's red card for hair pulling, calling it shocking and indicating Manchester United may appeal the decision.
US news
fromBuzzFeed
4 weeks ago

A Referee Was Decapitated - And 10 Other Shocking Crimes Athletes Committed During Games

Athletes have committed serious crimes during competition, including assault, cheating, and violence that resulted in career-ending injuries and tragic consequences.
English Premier League
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Tudor charged over 'home referee' claim

Igor Tudor was charged with misconduct for claiming referee Thomas Bramall favored Fulham in Tottenham's 2-1 Premier League loss, specifically disputing a goal he believed resulted from a foul.
English Premier League
fromwww.fourfourtwo.com
4 weeks ago

VAR is getting worse: Leeds United and Newcastle decisions given incorrectly says Premier League panel

The Premier League's KMI panel identified 18 VAR errors this season, including missed penalties for Leeds, incorrect red cards for Newcastle and Leeds players, and officiating mistakes affecting match outcomes.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Red card confusion & contentious calls - VAR's 'bad day at office'

England's friendly against Uruguay ended in a controversial 1-1 draw with questionable officiating decisions.
#refereeing
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Ref head seeks talks with clubs over 'DOGSO' reds

Willie Collum emphasizes the need for consistency in red card decisions related to denial of a goalscoring opportunity throughout the season.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Ref head seeks talks with clubs over 'DOGSO' reds

Willie Collum emphasizes the need for consistency in red card decisions related to denial of a goalscoring opportunity throughout the season.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Uefa calls leagues to summit over 'microscopic' VAR

UEFA is convening Europe's top leagues to standardize VAR usage and reset it to intervene only in clear, obvious errors rather than microscopic decisions.
Juventus
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

More VAR challenge trials expected during review

FIFA's referees chief announces a two-year VAR review with further trials of a challenge system allowing coaches two challenges per match, already being tested in Italy, Malta, and Spain.
Soccer (FIFA)
from101GREATGOALS.COM
3 weeks ago

UEFA calls for VAR summit amid growing concerns

UEFA is convening a summit with Europe's five major leagues to address inconsistent VAR usage and reduce over-interventionist decisions across competitions.
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Universal
5 days ago

Atletico Madrid boss responds to VAR controversy after Barcelona win: 'There is some common sense here' | Barca Universal

Atletico Madrid achieved a historic 2-0 victory over Barcelona at Camp Nou, advancing towards the Champions League semi-finals.
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Universal
5 days ago

Barcelona icon shares his verdict on Pau Cubarsi's red card: 'Referee was too quick to make a decision' | Barca Universal

Thierry Henry criticized the red card decision against Pau Cubarsi, arguing it was unjustified and changed the game's outcome.
English Premier League
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

How can football's lawmakers fix the corner chaos?

Corner kicks in the Premier League are increasingly dominated by physical grappling and pushing, with referees struggling to manage the chaos and enforce rules effectively.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'Howard Webb, where are you?' - How we can stop VAR ruining football

Referees must enforce fouling rules consistently at corners and set-plays by issuing penalties and red cards, as current inconsistent enforcement encourages poor defending and undermines the sport's integrity.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Handball, offside, VAR - is football too complicated?

Football's complexity has increased due to confusing rule interpretations, particularly handball laws, offside decisions, and VAR implementation, making the sport difficult for supporters to follow.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Judging new rule changes ahead of World Cup: Is more VAR a good thing?

Football's governing body implements rule changes starting July 1, including VAR expansion for corners and second yellow cards, plus measures to counter match-disruption tactics, effective at the 2026 World Cup.
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Referees get a hard time but they have got the big calls right in the past couple of weeks

Referees must distinguish between material holding that prevents play and mutual pushing in penalty areas, with consistency and context determining whether to award fouls or allow play to continue.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Red cards, VAR and offside laws facing Ifab review

Image source, Getty Images Football's lawmakers will consider widening the remit for red cards when a goalscoring opportunity is denied at a meeting on Tuesday. However, Arsene Wenger's "daylight" offside proposal is set to be kicked into touch in favour of a different idea which is fairer for defences. Goalkeeper tactical timeouts, time-wasting and video assistant referee (VAR) tweaks are among other items on the agenda.
Soccer (FIFA)
FC Barcelona
fromBarca Universal
1 month ago

VAR official hit with harsh punishment after Girona vs Barcelona drama | Barca Universal

VAR official David Galvez Rascon suspended indefinitely after failing to recommend review of a clear foul on Jules Kounde, affecting Girona's 2-1 goal.
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